BEFORE YOU BUY: Things to Consider When Buying a 4Runner OR Tacoma
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- Опубліковано 30 лип 2024
- I hope that his video helps you decide on 4Runner vs Tacoma. I wanted to make this video after I had a Toyota Tacoma TRD Pro in lunar rock for about a week as a press vehicle. I've wanted to make this video for a long time, but had never spent enough time inside of a Tacoma, to truly and fairly compare it to my 4Runner. Here are my 5 things to consider when you are shopping for a Tacoma or a 4Runner.
I get this question all of the time and I divided this video into 5 separate points that I feel you really should consider.
Timestamps
0:00 Intro
0:25 Truck or SUV
1:38 Driving Position
5:12 Storage and Third Row
6:28 Off Road
7:45 Power Train
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I OWNED BOTH FOR A YEAR!! ua-cam.com/video/CcuC3-yjFVY/v-deo.html
I don't "need" a truck or suv. I just can't decide which looks cooler
Best comment , I have a tacoma and I love it
4 runner 😋
4Runner, full boxed frame, better interior, better seats, more head room, the 4.0, just look around underneath, 4Runner is built to last longer than Tacoma.
One is built in Japan and the other is built in the USA.
James Wuertele I have a 2010 trd sport and the 4.0 is literally a top reason why I’d rather get the 4Runner than another Tacoma
"Do you need a truck for truck stuff? Or an SUV for SUV stuff" - The end 🤣
hahah facts
Make us one.
The 4runner is kinda like a tacoma, with a backpack. Love them both. T4r overall is more comfy.👍
Haha that it does!!!
Another reason for me to lean towards the 4Runner more is because its Made in Japan.
yea the quality is definitely a little worse on the taco
@@TRDJon if the 4Runner had black pillars like the taco and a fresh clean dash like the taco I would have. Maybe when it gets a interior update. But I’ll just have both then.
Is vehicles made in japan much better than vehicles made in America? I don’t quite know, teach me.
@@rnjvisionfx Typically, yes. Weird tho, I’ve heard that the 4Runners are really uncomfortable on long trips or going off road since they’re solid frames, 🤷🏻♂️
@@rnjvisionfx you cant go wrong with made in Japan products.Tacoma is a good truck but not as reliable than a 4runner.The 4runner transmission is ancient and reliable.Tacomas are being assembled in texas and Mexico.
love the theater seating in the 4Runner! on a driveability end of things the 4RUNNER will have more balanced weight and feel more planted on the highway in bad weather. i like both and it's a tough choice.
I love my 4runner it's 2016 been loading it like crazy 3 times a week since I bought its and its still going strong 💪
Very awesome and useful information! I haven’t made a decision yet but this definitely helped me move my choice along. Thanks!
Bought a '19 TRD Off Road 4Runner for 2 years, sold it and bought a '21 TRD Off Road Tacoma and love it. Missed having a truck.
I wanna 2013 Limited and was considering getting the new version of the 4runner, I have been cross shopping Tacoma as well, I couldn’t find a single video that actually address sitting and driving position that’s as good as yours, this is amazing!
Another great vid! Really the reason I went with the 4R was the endless possibilities for customization. You can really go down a rabbit hole on their builds, making everyone's build unique.
Oh, and having a toddler and 2 teenagers means I need room for those family adventures here in AK.
Great choice though!
Not bashing the 4r because i love it as well but the taco is just as much or more customizable than the 4r
The manual trans was the one and only reason I picked a Tacoma. Otherwise it would have easily been the 4Runner.
great review, especially about the interior feel and seating positions!
Thanks! Hope it was helpful!
Man that’s the best color 4Runner hands down, love the rack too! Awesome Sir!
Couldn't agree more! Thank you!!!
Great video! Very good descriptions of pros/cons. (I want both!) Thanks
They are both great. I bought a 2021 Tacoma V6 4X4 only because of the increased towing capacity and the ability to put my dirt bike in the back.
Can you fit full size dirt bike in the 5ft bed?
@@ericduarte4307 No, tailgate down on my KLX 250. Doesn't stick out much though.
@@calcrappie8507 thank you
@@ericduarte4307 I didn't try it diagonal. If you air down the tires it might squeeze in as well. I used 4 quality straps and it worked just fine.
Being 6’6” pretty much makes the 4Runner the only option for me....and I am totally fine with that!
That or a Tundra for sure!!
Or land cruiser. Used sequoia maybe
I think this guy is 5’11”, But I can’t remember if referenced that during the video
You should pay attention more. Only said it like 10 times
As always, Great video!
Great video... appreciate it. Keep it up
I went with the 21 Tacoma OFFROAD in army green and love it! But these two you featured look great next to each other in those colors!
Did you have to order yours? How long did it take to deliver if so
Thanks for the great backseat room comparison!!! Much needed in car reviews
Glad you liked it!
I think I will go for the 4Runner bc is exactly what I looking for a bad ass suv for the road aventure, is confi and the space in the back that is cover and you can even put a small bed in the back is awesome, thanks for the video ✌🏻
Awesome video. Not too long and very informative.
Hey Jon--keep the great videos coming. I own a 2019 4Runner, 2008 Tacoma, and see my F150 being traded in for a Tundra! NOTHING like Toyota reliability - dependable - best resale value - etc. Sorry Ford, Chevy, Dodge, you just can't compare!
Thanks! Will do!
Great Video. Agreed with everything you reviewed. One thing I would like to touch upon is towing. I had to trade my new 17 Tacoma TRD Sport because it was absolutely horrible towing my 4K pound camper. Could not maintain highway speeds without constantly downshifting/up shifting/downshifting...I couldn’t believe how terrible of a tow rig it was. I even tried placing transmission in 4 sport but at highway speeds I was nearly at 4K rpm. I was very disappointed. And I live in flat Illinois. Traded it in on a used 17 limited 4 runner, night and day difference. 4Runner pulls my trailer no problem at highway speeds. Yes it occasionally downshifts, but not nearly as much as the Tacoma did. Couldn’t be happier with my 4Runner. I hope Toyota can figure out Tacoma’s transmission programming because besides the towing, I loved the Tacoma.
Great point on that! Ironically you’d think the truck would be better but I guess not!!! Thanks for sharing with us Alain!
Spot on comparison. I got the 3rd row and it’s great for small ones.
Me too great 🚙
Great video - this is EXACTLY my decision making process today. Love the utility of the truck bed, but need the space of the SUV.
Glad it was helpful!
You will get the both utility and interior space with the Toyota Tundra! If I were you, I would wait for the new redesigned Toyota Tundra for 2022 before deciding. Either way, Toyotas are badass so your decision will be a correct one!! Good luck!
Just add a camper to the Tacoma
I just with wish the 4 runner also had manual transmission option too, that would have made me think about it. But now I have tacoma with a manual. It took some time to find it but I got lucky to find one and it’s peppy and really fun to drive compare to automatic
Nice video. It’s nice to get the interview of another Florida guy as I consider getting a 4Runner.
I've owned sedans, SUV, and mini-vans. I've not owned a truck yet, so that's why I'm getting a truck. Plus I want a truck not because I haul stuff, but because I want one.
Tacoma
They are both great dependable vehicles. I own a Tacoma and love it, but if you don't need a truck for the bed I highly recommend the 4Runner it's absolutely amazing. My next Toyota purchase will be a 4Runner.
Right on!!!!
Amazing video and amazing ride!
Thanks a lot!
This is the issue I’m having right now I can’t decide what to buy I’m going to get a Tundra or a 4 runner great video my friend
Thank you
Great walk around comparison!
Thanks!
Awesome review...I love that 4Runner color
Thanks Jose!
Nice video Jon. I just wish the army green trail edition 4Runner was available with 7 seats! If I get a suv I want the seats but that army green is my favorite car color.
I think your the first person to make a video that realy helped me see how these cars would fit my lifestyle. Thanks
Glad I could help
I looked at both and it came down to, can the kids be comfortable in the back. The 4Runner won.
Is the back big enough to put a small mattress?
@@Blessedup69 if you lay the back seats down, you can.
@@stevemcc1842 sweet thanks for answering my question
One of my friends expected I'd want a 4runner since I previously owned small sedans, Subarus and a Jeep Liberty. But i picked the Tacoma. I wanted a bed to put in mountain bikes, camping gear and coolers plus I tow a pop up. I did get a Double cab even though I'm a single guy. I know the back seat isn't the most roomy but it's better than the jump seats in the access cab for extra occasional passangers and gives me a little more inside space to lock things in.
Congratulations on the truck!!!
@@TRDJon the 4runner is excellent but I just wanted a truck this time and it's my first Toyota.
great feedback! 👍
Thanks!
Good Video it is all matter of opinion , life style 4 Runner here no Doubt TRD PRO Voo Doo Blue ..pulls my Jet Skis Bike fuel cans ..Tandem Axel Trailer good job Jon on this one
Thanks man I appreciate it!!!
You’ve helped me make my choice thanks!!
Which one are you going with??? Definitely drive both still if possible
So for a tactical application vehicle 4runner would be the best Choice for a civilian prepper?
As always Great video. Your new name is Toyota Jon
lol thanks man!
I am 5’ 7” and needed an off road vehicle and the Tacoma fit the bill perfectly. I have no problem with seating, yes the back is tight but the truck is just for me and my wife. For towing, hauling stuff in the bed of the truck....try that with the 4R. I have a Dodge mini van that will do more than the 4R will do to carry passengers and also will carry a 4’x8’ plywood with the tailgate closed
Yep plywood I had to put on my roof rack. Taco is a great option for a no children family for sure!!
I love my 2020 ORP 4runner. Sometimes I do want a tacoma or a tundra to get a slide in truck camper to travel.
My 4runner was lifted before being put on lot at dealership. So, I do find it a pain sometimes jumping on rock sliders to get in my 4runner. Other than that I love it. I use a pedal commander set to city 3. It wakes up the acceleration.
Pedal commander is great!
I was in the market for. Rav4 xse hybrid now looking at the Rav4 Trd offroad but everyone says that suv is a soccer mom car I really like the rav especially saves in gas but now looking at the 4 runner and Tacoma I would like to do a little bit of off road nothing crazy and overlanding. What year is your Tacoma and 4Runner. I’m just getting into this off road and overlanding but I’m not going to go crazy off road I have to use it for everyday how much do these both boat to fill up ?
Nice review!!!!
Appreciate it
Most guys that are 5'11 would round up to 6'. This man is trustworthy.
HAHAHAHAHAH LOVE THIS
This car is sick 🔥
Definitely confirmed that the 4Runner is still the best for me. :)
Good choice! And definitely with your kiddo as well.
I'm 5ft 11 also and I hit my knees on the bottom of the steering wheel when I get in, also had to duck to get into it. The 4Runner/Tacoma's are better if you are under 5f 10" tall.
I couldn't get used to the 4Runner's cramped space, so I sold it. The Tacoma was about the same amount of space as the 4Runner. The 3.5L in the Tacoma is peppy.
I like the Tundra for space, also its fun to drive with all that power.
That lunar rock looks good! I want to paint my 3rd gen 4runner that color.
@Dale Macarena ➊ 4k+
I’ve spent the last year and some months saving for a new vehicle . At first I took to Facebook marketplace to look at old Chevy s10’s & old Ford rangers. Then I looked more into reliability. Which led me to looking into Toyota’s. I also work with vehicles, so I’ve seen that Toyota’s have truly been one of the vehicles I see with much less problems . I went back and forth between Tacoma’s and 4runners from 2000-2008 . All this time later I’ve got a 2018 Tacoma . Although, I don’t think I would’ve minded if I had found a 4Runner with a better price
Would you say that the 4Runner seat and clearance in the driver seat is much better in the forerunner? how comfortable? Thank you
Great work Jon. Older School me can't get my bottom into anything than my 1st Gen Tundra DC and nearly bulletproof I Force V8. If I were to replace with newer rig I would gravitate towards the Taco. Endless aftermarket options. If replacing wife's Rav4 it would be the 4Runner Trail Edition. No need for Crawl Control and fancy extras. I would customize to my use. More 1st Gen Tundra content please.
Projects in the works. Waiting for product to come in
Great vid brother! Love my 17 sr5 Tacoma, just hit an elk with it tho:/
Hope you’re good man!
elk dinner yummy
Under 8 in some states still require booster seats that take up more space. Child seats take up lots of rear seat space and are near impossible with a taller vehicle.
super helpful dude
love both, probably a tacoma
I’ve owned both in the Off-road trim. I’m now back in a 2021 Venture edition T4R. The 4Runner is more comfortable for my 6’2” frame plus we have kids and a dog. The one thing I dislike about the 4Runner is where they installed the trailer plug connector (underneath).
Just learned about your channel. Great content man. I just purchased my 2020 4Runner and what made the decision easy for me is the 4Runner is a lot more comfortable than the Tacoma. IMO. More space and I didn’t like how the steering wheel to seat was set up in the Tacoma. It just felt like I was reaching
Thanks and welcome to the channel! Congratulations on your purchase too!
I love that blue of the 4Runner. I want one so bad. I hate the crossover look and want an SUV successor to my trailblazer
How to decide? Ugh. I have a 2022 Tacoma TRD Off-Road arriving in a couple of weeks, but now I’m seriously torn! Thanks for this comparison, it’s got me rethinking my decision. Again, UGH. Thanks!
I have an 05 silverado I’m keeping for truck stuff but who knows I may get rid of it someday (probably not but who knows) so I’m really havin a hard time deciding between the 4Runner and Tacoma for a daily/adventure vehicle and have the silverado as a work horse/hauler
yes that is the hardest question should i get a tacoma or a 4runner
I'm 6'0 and my hair kinda scraped getting in and out of tacoma. Got the 4runner instead and have loved it.
Awesome choice!!!!!!
Head clearance and visibility was a big reason i didn't enjoy driving the Tacoma. I'm 6 1.
4runner every day!! Simply because it’s built at the legendary Tahara plant in Japan.. build quality is second to none and cannot be matched by manufacturing here in the US. I’m not frowning upon Tacos, I love them.. but the 4runner is just better in all aspects
For me it was 4-Runner because it fitted into my garage. I would love to have 2 door Tacoma with a short bed but they came with 6 feet bed, because all Tacoma are the same length regardless of how many doors.
I need both !!!
Both are great in their own ways for sure!!!
Got my 2021 4runner 4runner trd off road premium over the weekend. So far, I really enjoyed it. Didn't do anything crazy yet cause I want to break it in first. But been driving the '04 tacoma for almost 17 and it still runs great. And yeah, it's a little cramped in back cmdue to the fact that it's an extra cab. The taco serves me well through this years and I want to get something with a little more room in the back for passengers when the time comes.
Congrats on the new ride!!!
@@TRDJon thank you sir and sorry for my typos 😅
Of course!
I bought a 4runner trd 3" lift kit, mud tires and aftermarket 20" wheels for the dealer for my wife, brand new 2 years ago, and she and my family loves it, she takes care of her 4runner a lot 12k miles since then.
The suv 🔥🔥🔥
I think everyone that either bought the 4 runner or Tacoma went through that which one should I really get phase between these two. Lol I got the 4runner and my deciding factor was the back space where I can put my dogs when traveling. I thought about a camper shell for the tacoma but I needed AC for my dogs and that wouldn’t work with the camper shell. Also, I can always get a utility trailer and pull that whenever I need it than having a bed all the time.
Awesome points for sure!!
My exact reasons for choosing the 4runner over the Tacoma! I just hook up my utility trailer when needing to haul things. The standard 5 ft bed of the Tacoma doesn't haul much to begin with anyway!
Definitely an SUV 4 RNR for me! I want my gear secured and dry! My Highlander has 175;200 miles and my last 4 RNR was a 1st Gen so I’m ready for another!
I’ll take your first gen!
@@TRDJon Wish I still had it Jon, sold it with 185 K on the clock. Great simple vehicle, but you did have to manually lock the hubs for 4 wheel drive.
All good to me! My second gen was the same
Great video, what brand of tint do you have on the windows of the 4Runner and what percentage, if you don’t mind me asking?
Llumar ceramic. 5%
@@TRDJon thank you
One more question, how is the visibility at night and you also do a ceramic windshield?
Nice review. I was surprised to find out you live in Florida.
I cannot imagine the need for these monster 4 x 4‘s in Florida?
Do you have a review comparing the Land Cruiser with these?
Any insight into the 4Runner Gen 6?
i like how they both look, but I like the 4runner coz it "feels" more secure and the taco has so many aftermarket upgrades, but with the limited choice of engine and power for both, makes me feel like I can shop around for sonething better or more suited for my lifestyle. toyota needs to upgrade other than color like yesterday
On a hilly highway cruise 70mph, 4runner frequently downshift to even 3rd gear and 5000rpm. Low torque output at low rpm is really an issue.
Have you driven a 3rd gen taco? Not much better.
Did he say what year these ones were? Either the Tacoma or 4runner
I’ve had both the 21 Tacoma trd off road and the currently 22 4Runner SR5 both 4 x 4 the only thing I miss is that the bed of the truck j could get dirty and not worry about however the Tacoma i was cramped at 6ft and 4Runner I’m comfy and the ride is cushioned it seems. In terms of off roading the Tacoma trd off road is unbeatable but I will say the trd controls I hardly touched the 4Lo is what I used mainly and with 4Runner you get Atrac and DAC so helpful it did just fine I went through the Rockies off road trails in stock sr5 with bfg tires 32.5 inch you’ll be fine
Bought a 2003 Tacoma 4x4 new, has 110,000 original miles and decided to get a new 4Runner TRD Off Road in 2019 that currently has 7,000 miles. I’m all good other than following Josh’s lead on customizing my TRD
The 4Runner has a better ride because it uses coil springs.
The Tacoma needs leaf springs for hauling & towing.
I owned a 4Runner TRD off-road Premium for 6 months that I just sold, and recently test drove a Tacoma and they seemed to ride about the same to me. The Tacoma was peppier with a 3.5 than the 4.0 in the 4Runner.
Jon, your front wheels on the T4R look a little wide. Did you add spacers? Thanks.
Yep 1.25”
I’m trading in my 20 Trd pro 4r for the 22 trd pro Tacoma when they come out. Love the 4r but we have the pro and a trd off road. So I’m going to get a truck. I have no family or anything so mostly just me.
You will love it!!!
That blue color❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Which one has better payload? Given both are TRD Off Road.
I'd assume the tacoma since it has leaf springs
Kids, leg room and security = 4Runner for the WIN.
Some amazing features the taco just doesn’t have
I remember going to the dealer to check out the new Tacoma. My first test was positioning the driver front seat where I would normally drive. I got out and sat in the backseat. That was the deal breaker for me. It was tiny. I looked across the showroom and saw the 4Runner. Same test, ordered on the spot.
Easy decision for most when test that for sure!!
I found the Tacoma seating felt more cramped, especially in the back, but a truck bed is nice, but over all I went with the 4Runner, and I have no kids.
Seems like all mid size trucks have cramped seating
My mom has a 5th gen 4Runner and I have a 3rd gen Tacoma. With driving both of them, I feel that the Tacoma has a little bit better feel for the driver than the 4Runner does. For me, it is just a little bit more comfortable driving my Tacoma. And it seems like (I havent actually measured them) the Tacoma has a slightly taller windshield, so you can see out a little bit more.
The Tacoma was a slight bit better to drive too imo. Just a bit more modern I guess is the best way to put it.
The 3.5 tacoma and transmission shift weird with no low end torque. The 4runner drives better.
Vehicles assembled in Japan are very rare thing in the U.S.A...I think it does make a difference in respect to longevity. With that, I have to go 4Runner. I also like the engine and interior better. But there are several times this year when I definitely could've used a truck bed and my 4Runner wouldn't quite have enough space. I will say that I'm a little disappointed in the softness of the paint and the interior plastics used on the 5th Gens. My 4th Gen was better in regards to that.
FYI the "proper" distance from the steering wheel is having your wrist rest on the top of the steering wheel. You are nowhere near that, and your arms are straight in the 4runner when you held the 3 and 9. So if you move your seat forward in the Tacoma, you can sit in the back with a lot more knee space. But Tacoma is the only option for me, manual transmission.
Wish they make aftermarket third row seats for the 4runner trd pro.
My new 4WD Tacoma had frame perforation corrosion at 91K miles, Toyota screwed me and didn't cover their manufacturing defect. I've continued driving it but was unable to use it for "truck things", and now the frame has completely rusted in half at 138,000 miles. I'm shopping for a 2008-ish 4Runner with little frame corrosion. I'm going to cold pressure wash the undercarriage, let it dry for a few days, then apply Fluid Film, including inside the frame, and reapply it annually.
I kinda need both 🤣
How does towing capacity compare? Are they equal? It feels like people prefer Tacoma for towing.
From Toyota website:
4Runner - 5,000 lbs
Tacoma - 6,400 lbs
So yes, Tacoma can tow more - but I suspect for most people the 4Runner can also handle what they are towing.
No grab handle for driver side on either vehicle right? It’s doesn’t make sense to me...
None unfortunately
We have both!
Best way to go about it
Car camping in my T4R is so comfy
I have both current models & for my applications I say the Tacoma with a slight edge. More useful mods IMO, better MPGs (not that i care), more HP & torque with OV Tune (no tune for the 4Runner), i can throw wet surf gear or anything wet in the back of the Tacoma without worry or cleaning up (I actually use the bed). Don't get me wrong I really like the 4Runner. But I'd give the Tacoma a slight edge. Waiting for the new Tundra to see what Toyota brings to the table 🤙🏼
All super valid reasons!!!