They're both sturdy vehicles nonetheless. For one, I've always been a Nissan guy and I like the 05 Pathfinder but I also like the look of the 02 4Runner vs. I'm certainly no mechanic, but my brain just works that way, I guess. My coworker has a 2002 toyota 4runner with low miles. Have any of you guys who trash Jeeps ever owned one???? Floor mats 75 Yes Cargo mat 40 No Total Requested 75 65% Total Not Requested 40 35% Third-row seat Feature Value Requested? As a matter of fact, I was so happy with the 4Runner that when it came time to buy another vehicle I got a Sequoia. I do need something that can hold up to an explosion or two.
Plus it's got better balance than the forerunner, and does better gas mileage 1 Like by Nobody: 8:48am On Mar 22, 2015 : If u are still a very young guy with swag why on earth would you think of buying the 4Runner. The guy definitely took it offroading however he did maintain it. This could be the most costly ride if you beat on it hard. Ther are not many 4Runners for sale around this area. I can only choose the 4Runner for its sporty look, anyone you choose, you are sure of unmatched reliability.
Are the parts themselves expensive, do they break down alot: what's the problem with them, specifically? Not the case, so fuck that noise. My major concern is the transmission and the engine but firing it up and revving it up to 3k rpm didn't give me any warning bells. Like many, my top 2 choices were the 4runner and Pathfinder. I originally shopped for one seeing as i grew up sitting in the back seat of one. Probably the same with any other rig. If your wanting offroad performance on the cheap, with tons of parts and cheap repairs, get the cherokee.
It had 259k on the engine and would have easily went to 300k had he fixed the oil leak broken valve cover gasket. Those of you with a Team membership know the whole sordid affair. The one exception is off road. The Toyotas seem nicer when new, but after 50,000 miles, there is no comparison to how well the Nissans hold up, the exception being Z's and Supras. Also , just for the sake of having front coilovers instead of mcphersen type shock in the front and also tons of aftermarket parts is enough for me to want one.
I do really like the way the 4runners look on the outside, and the aftermarket support they have. That's not to say the Pathfinder is bad in terms of reliability, but I don't think it's in the same league as the 4Runner. Are the parts themselves expensive, do they break down alot: what's the problem with them, specifically? I know lot of people that have owned chryslers. Can anyone give me some good reasons to go with the Toyota? There's not much separating them. I'm fairly mechanically inclined and know my way around a vehicle enough to do repairs myself but I don't know the parts cost yet. I like the body style of the old and new models alike and they seem to be the standard amongst the off-road crowd in my area.
It left a 1' trench the whole way on either side where the outriggers were, but got her up the hill and to the street where I could get it towed for service. Again, I'll only comment on the Jeep here, as it's all I have experience with. Oh, and by the way, I totally disagree with you about the newer 4Runners looking soft and not so tough. I've had 3 Nissans in my lifetime and all have been good vehicles. I plan to go take a look at it and get the skinny, but I wanted to consult The Hive first.
I hate driving a sedan, but those little fuckers can take a hit. Are the parts themselves expensive, do they break down alot: what's the problem with them, specifically? Yeah, I'm still pretty shocked at the price difference between the two vehicles. I'm going back for the second inspection with my buddy who is a mechanic to find anything I might have missed especially with the transmission. Looking at the charts, a 2006 Pathfinder, a year after the first one, may be a better choice. Rust is the only downside. Good solid vehicle, but the repairs killed me. I didn't get to try any of the 05+ pathfinders though.
It was just everything else that broke. Someone above didn't like the interior, must be a bitch driving a Bentley with a 4Runner as your second car. If its the 4 cylinder, then go for it. Personally my offroad rig has it and it hasn't been a problem. What about the 4runner, while we're at it. However, the Path cannot 'oppress' like the 4runner since it is more or less regarded as a 'baby jeep'.
I will make the final decision as I've driven a 05 Pathfinder but only driven a 2000 4Runner with 120K miles. I wouldn't recommend it if has the 3. Try out each and see what you like, i don't think you can go wrong with either. I sold it in 2005, with 100k miles on it; I couldn't fit all of the kids carseats in there. The way you analyse cars makes me happy unnexessarily.
From what i know the R50's have more power. Just get the 4Runner since it is in your price range, maintain it well and it will never disappoint you. With my Thule roof box i have plenty of storage. Which ones am I least likely going to cry when I open my wallet to buy replacement parts? Other then that I've grown quite fond of the R50's design handling power and appearance. Later models were plagued with a head problem that wasn't an issue in 99.