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[mjweber96]

Hi guys, a newbie here. I don't have a 4Runner yet but am looking at buying one this month. Just wanted to let you guys know that this is a great site that has been very informative to me. I can't decide if I want to V8 or V6 though. Not pulling anything, so kind of leaning to the V6 but I just want the V8. Don't need it, just want it. Probally get a Galactic Gray Sport. Wife likes the color, I prefer Black though. Oh well you can't always win! Gray looks sharp too. What are your feelings on the Engine? Also do you like the Full-Time 4wd or prefere selectable? Thanks for your input!

 

[toybox]

I gotta tell you there are alot of threads on both of your questions. I would do a search and you will find everything you are asking about and more.

 

[ToyotaDoodz]

Welcome. You can tell by my sig and avatar which I liked. I had the same feelings about the V8 but I was also coming from a previous V6 4Runner. I was apprehensive about the full time 4x4 but that lasted about 30 minutes. Since you never get ice, it's not as much of a consideration for you. I like it in heavy rain and all kinds of conditions.

 

[RICK]

just my opinion here,this seems to be a very touchy subject here.i chose the v6 because i much preferred the way it drives and feels with the fourwheel off.don't get me wrong,i think all runners are great trucks.go test drive both and whatever u feel suits u is a good choice.

 

[Gryphon]

I like the Galactic Grey. Black is hard to keep clean and gets HOT inside on hot days. Mine is green and I love it.

 

[sharp4runr]

The V6/V8 dilema has been hashed out in numerous threads. Do a search and you'll see what we mean.

Either engine is great though, but get what you WANT or else you'll always have that nagging feeling of what you're missing.

 

[Mark86]

Welcome to the board. I have to agree that if you buy a 4Runner, you will be happy no matter what engine you get. In my case, I got the V8 for the full time 4WD. I like an SUV to be in 4WD all the time and I didn't want to have to remember to shift each time the weather got bad. Also, I liked the feel of the V8 and the 5-speed transmission that it came with (In 2003, the V6 had a 4-speed transmission. Now that is not a factor in 2005 as both engines have the 5-speed transmission).