Gone from 3rd Gen to 4th Gen, Thoughts?
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RonMAIDEN
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4th gens do have more power-same mpgs ,are a bit more comfortable and of course are a bit more modernized so everything should be a step up.
The only down is if you had a 5 speed or a rear locker those are gone in '01 and the 3rd gens have a bit more off road prowess in stock trim and are a bit skinnier for those tight trails but otherwise the 4ths are a solid step up.
5th gens? They could even be further from their off road roots but we'll have to wait and see.
The only down is if you had a 5 speed or a rear locker those are gone in '01 and the 3rd gens have a bit more off road prowess in stock trim and are a bit skinnier for those tight trails but otherwise the 4ths are a solid step up.
5th gens? They could even be further from their off road roots but we'll have to wait and see.
DSMGSX
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RonMAIDEN statements all true.NPTITim said:
Yup went from a 97 Limited to an 07 Limited V8.
The 3G ride was harsh. Not that I minded that , but the truck was originally bought for my wife. She hated the way it rode. So I inherited it. Very simplistic interior. Dependable as hell! Never had a problem with it. Had rear locker, So I will miss that.
I went to look at trucks with no intention of buying a truck. Low and behold I ended up with an 07 Limited. Too bad I didnt know I was gonna buy. Had some mods that I could have sold.
I'm not so sure about the AWD on the 4G V8. I would rather have it 2x4 and switch it when I need it. I havent had my 4G long enough to see a snow or any bad weather, so I cannot comment on its performance there.
The new 4G runner:
- Much more agrressive looking | Projector beams | LED Tail |
- More luxury | Heated seats | Heated Mirrors | NAV | Homelink |
- The ride is really nice. Interior is well laid out. Comfortable
- Can you say V8! ??
- Stock horn - Way better than 3G
- No real cup holders for rear passengers.
- Fat A-Pillars - I'll get used to them.
- Wacky ReCirc Button - WTF - Why would I want to recirc hot air?
- Rear window remote - should make window go up.
- All window should autodown/autoup.
- No mirror memory! / Tilt mirrors when reversing (Both reserved for Lexus)
I did love my old truck. Gave me many years of great service. I'm sure I will have this one for at least 10 years as well.
I'm sure I'll think of other things after I post. LOL.
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4runDiZZLe
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NPTITim said:
i have... I just got my 04 and am currently selling my 3rd gen (see sig)
THINGS I LOVE ABOUT MY 4TH GEN
-THE POWER!!!
-TIMING CHAIN!!! no more having to worry about a timing belt
-Overall design interior and exterior
-Seating is more supportive and comfortable
-The endless amount of compartments
-More refined drive, smoother transmission
THINGS MY 3RD GEN that i wish were in my third gen
-my 3rd gen had 3 power outlets in the front stock, 4th gen only 1
-my 3rd gen had auto up/down for driver and pass., 4th gen only driver side
-my 3rd gen had power moonroof w/ NO rattle, i opted for a 4th gen w/out a moonroof to avoid the potentially $$$ repair since it is only under warranty for 36k
if i could afford to keep both i would... but if i had to choose i would still choose the 4th gen because after driving around my 4th gen for a month now the interior of my 3rd is starting to look dated and bland...
-jerome
