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From 4Runner to Tacoma

Discussion in 'New Members' started by Kgarrison17, Dec 8, 2018.

  1. Dec 8, 2018 at 10:09 AM
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    7690BACC-A62F-4B3E-95A2-770BF6CE6C53.jpg Hi everyone, I’m from Oregon and am thinking of trading in my 2016 4Runner for a new Tacoma....anyone went from a 4Runner to a Tacoma and happy they did?
     
    Kgarrison17, Dec 8, 2018
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  2. Dec 8, 2018 at 10:17 AM
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    Welcome!

    Never owned a 4Runner, but I’m happy that I drive a Tacoma!
     
    irayfz6, Dec 8, 2018
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  3. Dec 8, 2018 at 10:19 AM
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    Welcome!

    I own both currently (and have sold many). To answer your question it really depends on what you will be using the vehicle for. While they share motors they have pretty vastly different uses.
     
    Superflu, Dec 8, 2018
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  4. Dec 8, 2018 at 10:21 AM
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    baldridge War Eagle!!!!! KN4OYZ

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    Welcome!!! WDE!!!
     
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  5. Dec 8, 2018 at 10:23 AM
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    I had a 2011 4Runner, currently have a 2017 Tacoma. I’ve been more and more tempted lately to sell my truck for a 4Runner. The drive train isn’t a huge deal breaker in the Tacoma for me, but it is definitely more sluggish than my 4Runner was. I also miss how smooth the ride was in the 4Runner. I rarely use the bed too. I love my truck, but find myself missing the amenities the 4Runner offers over the Tacoma.
     
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  6. Dec 8, 2018 at 10:24 AM
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    2016+ Tacoma’s do not share the same engine or transmission.
     
    Rustytaco71, Dec 8, 2018
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  7. Dec 8, 2018 at 10:48 AM
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    My bad my brain assumed he would want the superior 2nd gen
     
    Superflu, Dec 8, 2018
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  8. Dec 8, 2018 at 11:00 AM
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    :der::facepalm:
     
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  9. Dec 8, 2018 at 11:09 AM
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    Stuff, things, this, an ADS
    Currently have both and you can’t go wrong with either. You need a bed get the Tacoma, you don’t keep the runner it’s as simple as that. @Lord Helmet has both also.
     
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  10. Dec 8, 2018 at 11:17 AM
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    I have both (not 3rd gen Tacoma) and the 4runner is superior in every way except bed space.
     
    Northern Taco, Dec 8, 2018
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  11. Dec 8, 2018 at 11:21 AM
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    My thought process as well. If you do need the bed you can always get a small piece of crap trailer for your weekend DIY projects if need be as well.
     
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  12. Dec 8, 2018 at 11:31 AM
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    I have the same 4runner, colour, year, model, mild lift etc. I love my truck, but the interior quality and features of the 4runner are a lot better. A lot more rear seat room as well. I mean no height adjustable seat in any trim Tacoma and a 5'4" wife was no Buenos

    Last nights snow, because everyone likes pictures....

    BA4DD075-F5E4-4D15-8013-A65F3FDC7DDF.jpg
     
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  13. Dec 8, 2018 at 11:44 AM
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    :pccoffee::wave:
     
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  14. Dec 8, 2018 at 1:13 PM
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    Welcome Ken
     
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  15. Dec 8, 2018 at 3:42 PM
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    Welcome to TW!!
     
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  16. Dec 8, 2018 at 4:25 PM
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    Agreed it's better to have both :thumbsup:
    My Tacoma: for construction work, haul stuff and tools

    My 4Runner: for hitting the trails & camping.

    BTW the 4Runner is every bit better then the Tacoma minus the bed :thumbsup:


     
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