1996 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
In comparing the 1996 Toyota 4Runner's and the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban's specifications and ratings, the 1996 Toyota 4Runner has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, reliability, resale value and overall quality score. The 1996 Chevrolet Suburban has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 1996 Toyota 4Runner's and the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban's specifications and ratings, the 1996 Toyota 4Runner is a better car than the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban.
1996 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban Pricing
A used 1996 Toyota 4Runner ranges from $3,000 to $22,950 while a used 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is priced between $2,495 to $14,125.
1996 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 1996 Toyota 4Runner loses 24.7 percent of its value and the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban loses 45.6 percent of its value. This means the 1996 Toyota 4Runner retains 20.9 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban.
1996 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Toyota 4Runner is 8.7 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Suburban's quality rating is 8.0 out of 10. This results in the Toyota 4Runner being ranked 10 out of 31 Best Midsize SUVs and the Chevrolet Suburban being ranked 6 out of 10 Best Large SUVs.
1996 Toyota 4Runner vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Toyota 4Runner is 9.2 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Suburban the reliability rating is 8.8 out of 10. This gives the Toyota 4Runner a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Chevrolet Suburban.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 1996 Toyota 4Runner’s base engine makes 150 horsepower, and the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban base engine makes 250 horsepower. The 4Runner is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 414 miles. The Suburban is rated to deliver an average of 14 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 714 miles.This gives the 1996 Toyota 4Runner the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 1996 Toyota 4Runner and the 1996 Chevrolet Suburban have the same average safety rating of 4 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
3000 - 22950
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.246761
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2495 - 14125
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.456234
Toyota 4Runner Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.747071 / 10
Reliability:
9.241214 / 10
Retained Value:
9.0 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Chevrolet Suburban Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.006456 / 10
Reliability:
8.819368 / 10
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 10
Toyota 4Runner Rankings
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46 out of / 56Chevrolet Suburban Rankings
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25 out of / 30Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline
1996 Toyota 4Runner Trim Levels
Base, Limited, SR5
1996 Chevrolet Suburban Trim Levels
C1500, C2500, K1500, K2500
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
150 hp @ 4800 rpm
Torque:
177 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.044 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
250 hp @ 4600 rpm
Torque:
335 foot-lbs @ 2800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.054 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
6500 lbs
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 23 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
324 / 414 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
5.7 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / 4WD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
12 / 17 / 14
Range (city/hwy):
504 / 714 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.9 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
65.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
26.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
65 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3440 lbs
Width:
66.5 inches
Height:
68.7 inches
Length:
178.7 inches
Wheelbase:
105.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4634 lbs
Width:
76.7 inches
Height:
70.2 inches
Length:
220 inches
Wheelbase:
131.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available