buying a 4runner

[Atropine]

Originally Posted by bakerr6

Both are capable in the snow, but the 4runner is better in every other performance aspect. Also, the crv is 4wd, not awd. The transfer case is actually attached to the transmission

The CR-V wiki claims in the United States: "It is powered with a 2.4-liter i-VTEC inline-four engine that puts out 185 hp and 163 pound-feet (220Nm ) of torque at 4,400 rpm along with an all-new Real-Time all-wheel-drive (AWD) with intelligent control system"

Oddly it has 4WD listed for other countries though.

I do wonder what/which it is. Maybe its an AWD system that can be switched to a true 4WD system?

[bakerr6]

Originally Posted by Atropine

The CR-V wiki claims in the United States: "It is powered with a 2.4-liter i-VTEC inline-four engine that puts out 185 hp and 163 pound-feet (220Nm ) of torque at 4,400 rpm along with an all-new Real-Time all-wheel-drive (AWD) with intelligent control system"

Oddly it has 4WD listed for other countries though.

I do wonder what/which it is. Maybe its an AWD system that can be switched to a true 4WD system?

not sure, I can confirm under my wife's it has a transfer case. I would say though that the model does state in the specifics that it's awd, although on the back it says 4wd haha

[xia]

Originally Posted by Kelbyat07

HOw was the gas on the 4runner compare to the CRV?

For something that's light, CRV's mpg is HORRIBLE! I do a ton of averaging and #'s are pretty much neck and neck. For everyday usage, 4Runner > CRV anyday. The only thing I like about the CRV was the ease of getting in and out. If I was to look into buying another CRV, I'd just buy a Civic.

About reliability: My Crv pooped @ 132k and replaced it with a 72k mile engine and it started leaking/burning oil @ 102k. Engine had a shit load of issues so I found someone who would trade. 98' 4Runner has 260k miles with basic oil change, regular maintenence (major one is timing belt), and still running like a champ. My mom drives it everyday. Bought a brand new 2002 4Runner and did all basic and major maintenance and still running beautifully @ 160k. Maybe it's just me, NEVER had any luck with Honda's. Been through 20+ cars and had 2-3 Hondas that never lasted over a month of ownership.

[Kelbyat07]

Originally Posted by xia

For something that's light, CRV's mpg is HORRIBLE! I do a ton of averaging and #'s are pretty much neck and neck. For everyday usage, 4Runner > CRV anyday. The only thing I like about the CRV was the ease of getting in and out. If I was to look into buying another CRV, I'd just buy a Civic.

About reliability: My Crv pooped @ 132k and replaced it with a 72k mile engine and it started leaking/burning oil @ 102k. Engine had a shit load of issues so I found someone who would trade. 98' 4Runner has 260k miles with basic oil change, regular maintenence (major one is timing belt), and still running like a champ. My mom drives it everyday. Bought a brand new 2002 4Runner and did all basic and major maintenance and still running beautifully @ 160k. Maybe it's just me, NEVER had any luck with Honda's. Been through 20+ cars and had 2-3 Hondas that never lasted over a month of ownership.

That is actually great to hear because I like the 4runner in many ways, plus it feels more manly driving in it than a CRV.

[xia]

Originally Posted by Kelbyat07

That is actually great to hear because I like the 4runner in many ways, plus it feels more manly driving in it than a CRV.

It sure does LOL. I'm sure you'll be pleased with a 4runner. I passed down my 4Runner's to my family members but plan on buying another this fall. Good luck my friend