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Thanks Thai for the insight on Toyota 4wd. I feel a lot better in looking at both engines now. I'm use to GM products (I'm switching to a 05 4runner) where in auto mode, the system must sense wheel slippage prior to shifting power to other wheels. The split second timing required does make a...

THAI - You appear to be very familiar with 4Runner's 4wd system. I'm looking at buying, but have been hesitant to buy the V8 because of the AWD. My reasoning is that my past experience with AWD (other brands i.e. GM) has been that the system needs to sense slippage before it adjusts the ratio. I...

cmachado - Pleased to hear that you enjoy your V6. While I know the V8 is great, not everyone needs the extra power. In my case, the V6 is more than enough. The only drawback for me was I love the 5 speed auto with the V8 but now I understand the 2005 V6 will have the 5 speed auto. How is the...

I've read a number of posts about V8 economy, but how are the V6 motors on fuel? Thanks in advance for your time.