Recent content by Dalko43

This is true. The 4runner's greatest strengths (its bulletproof design) can also be counted as its greatest weaknesses (dated design and lackluster engine performance/economy). The 4runner doesn't have direct competition, yet....that could change with the rumored introduction of the Bronco...

15 years for a northeastern truck is pushing it IMHO. The rust will eventually start to take its toll on any vehicle up there. Apply fluid film once a year. Maybe take some of your skid plates off, sand them and repaint them every few years. Eventually, the axles and frames will l develop...

Some valid points...but then again some of the “complaints” about the 4Runner are valid too. The v6 engine has been around, in one form or another, since the early 2000’s. The transmission is still using 5 gears, which is pathetic in this day and age, even compared to other Toyota’s. The...

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Now that you've actually taken the time to explain the context behind your earlier statements, yes, we are in partial agreement. But when you say stuff like: Torque is a "meaningless" metric for consumers. or A 185hp diesel engine would be too "small" for a 4runner. or The v6 gasoline Colorado...

You're also giving a lot of opinions, many of which were lacking in context or factual basis. You criticized the 2.8l duramax for producing low horsepower, but you neglected to describe how that horsepower was delivered in relation to other engines. You said that the gasoline Colorado could...

Actually both the gasoline and diesel variant performed the TFL Ike Gauntlet test just fine. The gasoline was faster, but it was also reving higher and consuming much more fuel. Again, refer back to our earlier discussion on capability versus preference. TFL evidently had a preference for...

So you're going to tell me how I feel about my decision to purchase a 4runner? I am actually quite happy with my 4runner. It runs reliably and has accomplished everything I've asked of it thus far. But I do anticipate needing more payload and towing capabilities in the future. And I would...

You didn't do a good job with that...normally people will change and highlight a few key words instead of attempting to rewrite half of the post. Also, I don't know how i can be angry and defensive about buying a 4runner all at once...seems contradictory, no?

Nope. It's the other way around. When Toyota owners get angry and defensive with other owners for bringing up those points, many of which are valid criticisms, they are acting like fanboys. You don't have to agree with any of those critiques; everyone is entitled to their opinion. But when...

I don't think you applied the correct filters for your search there. It looks like you were browing mpg results for both the diesel and gasoline variants of the Colorado. I used the fuelly search for the diesel Colorado (did not specify body style or submod) and it showed an average combined...

I honestly think Toyota's 4runner is the main Wrangler competitor. I mean, what else is there in the North American market that even comes close in terms of size, cost and 4x4 functionality? And why would Toyota stop making a SUV that sells so well, despite the minimal R&D it has seen over the...

If that was sarcasm, it wasn't readily apparent. Usually people don't drop a bunch of swear words and exclamation points when they're trying to be sarcastic. Except that other companies have successfully developed and/or brought diesels to the North American market, which are in fact emissions...

I was referring to the diesel variant. Remember, early on when I talked about how other companies are using turbo gasoline and turbodiesels while Toyota still relies on naturally aspirated v6's? For a California guy who uses the word "bruh" far too often, you don't seem all that chill about this.

I do like it; I just want to see it improved in certain regards. A few people here have posted their opinions regarding the 4runner's v6....I disagree with those opinions....such debates are not unusual on an internet forum bruh.