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Originally Posted by jakov
which are the main advantages from the 4runner vs exem.. xterra, pathfinder, explorer, sonora, ram, etc does anybody knows any weaknesses in the 4 runner cause its not easy to find,, btw I use to have a camry the only weak thing was the door handles always broked but nothing more. now I bought a 4runner and want to know how it is in that aspect,, tnx give opinions please, excuse my bad  english |
IMO...
The Xterra adopts many ancient design principles and forces them to work with a few modern ones... poorly thought out. They are also just not as stout as the 4Runners.
The older pathy's are pretty good little trucks, but lack the longevity of the 4Runners.
I have always been fond of the older exploders, but there are just issues that you have to expect to come up with them. They are heavy, get crappy mpgs, and have power steering and alternator issues (pretty much any Ford). That being said, they have a strong drivetrain and are easy and cheap to repair. Good trucks, but not as good all around as the 4Runner.
Sonora???
The Ram, you would have to specify the year and model, but I generally try to stay away from Dodge trucks that do not have Cummins engines.
3rd gen 4Runners... rear axle seals go out ever 100k or so, power steering every 200k or so. They are overengineered, stout, and capable trucks. Both the 2.7L and the 3.4L are legendary Toyota engines. I have been able to perform all the maintainance on my 4Runner, and have been pleased with the ease of doing so... they are designed to be serviced easily in most respects. The way I see it, you can't go too wrong getting into one. They never complain when asked to work.
