2010 4Runner versus...

[haven]

2010 4Runner Trail Edition
Vs. Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon

tale of the tape:

4Runner Trail Edition
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MSRP $35,700

engine 4.0L V6, 270 HP, 278 ft-lb

transmission 5 speed auto

4 wheel drive part time

Wheelbase 109.8 inches

Length 189.8 inches

Width 75.8 inches

Height 74.2 inches

Ground Clearance 9.6 in

app/dep angle 33/26 degrees

turning circle 37.4 ft

cargo space, rear seats folded 89.7 cu ft

Curb Weight 4750 lb

GVWR 6300 lb

Payload 1550 lb

Tow Capacity 5000 lb

Fuel Capacity 24 gallons

EPA mpg 17/22 mpg

tires 265/70 R17
Bridgestone Dueler H/T

Traction Aids VSC vehicle stability contol
ATrac active traction control
HAC hill start assist control
DAC downhill assist control
auto disconnecting diff
Multi-mode 4WD
Crawl Control
Multi-terrain select
Multi-terrain ABS
optional KDSS


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2010 Jeep Wrangler Unlimited Rubicon

MSRP $32,840

engine 3.8L V6, 205 hp, 240 ft-lb.

transmission 6 speed manual, 5 speed auto

4 wheel drive part time

Wheelbase 116 in

Length 184.4 in

Width 82.8 in

Height 72.1 in

Ground Clearance 10.1 in

app/dep angle 44/40 degrees

turning circle 41.2 ft

cargo space, rear seats folded 82 cu ft

Curb Weight 4442 lb (auto trans)

GVWR 5500 lb

Payload 1081 lb

Tow Capacity 3500 lb

Fuel Capacity 21.6 gallons

EPA mpg 15/20 mpg

tires 255/75 R17 32" height

Traction Aids Locking fr and rr diff
transfer case low range
Traction Control
Hill Start Assist
Electric sway bar disconnect
Electronic Stability Program

 

[haven]

I tried to post the previous as a table, but it didn't align properly.
Sorry for the long, long message.

 

[Martinjmpr]

As I understand it the TE has conventional part time 4wd, not multi-mode.

 

[Rozzi]

Personally, I'd go for the Toyota. The 4.0L is reliable as can be and has a timing chain that will last well over 100k miles. The transmissions seem to be bulletproof and the mods to the 4runners (ARB, etc) make them really stand out. Either way, you are getting a great vehicle. Just my 2 pennies.

 

[Life_in_4Lo]

The 4Runner is in line as a Grand Cherokee competitor, not Unlimited Rubicon. Very different vehicles.

 

[ryguy]

Apples vs. Oranges

 

[durango_60]

I think it is a reasonable comparison, and if I were purchasing today those two would absolutely be the finalists.

 

[Mr. Leary]

If we had some more info as to what you plan on doing with it, we may be able to help more. For example, if you are crawling over rough stuff all the time, go with the Jeep. If you want a more highway friendly vehicle that has some cool stuff to help you down the trail, go with the Yota.

Apples vs. Oranges. Just figure out whether you want an apple or an orange, and go from there.

 

[18seeds]

I did this exact comparison. Rulled out the Jeep now it's between the 4runner or tacoma. I'm leaning toward the tacoma

 

[Martinjmpr]

If anything I would think the Xterra would be a better comparison vehicle.

 

[CA-RJ]

If anything I would think the Xterra would be a better comparison vehicle.

Nope, I was told in the 2010 4Runner thread that you can't even compaire the Xterra to the new 4Runner.

 

[Crikeymike]

Where do they measure the "ground clearance" from, because I know that's not the lowest point underneath.

 

[Scott Brady]

I think it is a fair comparison. I see those two vehicles as the best of what is new in the NA overland market (as far as wagons go).

We are setting up a test soon. Test 2010 trucks are starting to get assigned.

 

[Life_in_4Lo]

If anything I would think the Xterra would be a better comparison vehicle.

It's a better comparison at a lower price point. I think the Xterra is the ideal bargain SUV. What a great pkg. Worthy choice for offroading.

Naturally, it falls to the FJC as competition but I always saw the Xterra as a bargain 4Runner.

The Unlimited Rubicon is just in it's own category. Nothing else has the ability to run fully open-no doors and in a spartan, offroad setup with solid axles and a tremendous aftermarket. The vast majority that buy a RU are not cross-shopping. JMO.

The natural competitor from Toyota is the FJC. That is the closest thing Toyota makes to fulfill this market.

I just don't see them [4R and RU] as competitors, they are so different.
4R is a premium, offroad suv. A "baby" Land Cruiser.

I guess the only real commonality is the price range but the Trail Grade 4Runner starts around $37K while, I think, a nicely equipped Rubicon Unlimited is around $34K

 

[alexrex20]

i fail to see how the Xterra is not worthy competition to the '10 4Runner, or how the FJC is superior to the Xterra. with the Off Road package (rear locker), an Xterra can be had for $27k. the Xterra OR and FJC have comparable approach/breakover/departure angles and similar wheelbase, rear locker, so wherein is the shortcoming?

moreover, i do see the '10 4Runner as a realistic competitor to the Rubicon Unlimited, if only because of the price. to get into a Grand Cherokee, you're spending over $40k to get the diesel and Quadra-Drive II.