The 4th gen’s HVAC controls were certainly unique but are nowhere near as logical or direct as those in the 5th gen. This makes them easy to use when resting one’s arm on the window sill itself but otherwise inconvenient as well. Toyota attempted to remedy this in the 5th gen by putting the switches on a flat surface at the base of the window. Accessing such can be cumbersome and inconvenient. In the 4th, it’s low on the door, down below the handle. For example, the driver’s door window switch control locations are both awful. Likewise, both have serious ergonomic quirks. Both have good space overall and make efficient use of the exterior dimensions that house them. You sit stretched-out versus upright in the 5th. And yes, both have the ever-crucial roll-down rear window. And it is: 2” longer, 2” wider, and depending on trim 300-400 pounds heavier (~4400 vs ~4750). Meaty and chunky in all the right ways, it certainly looks bigger and more substantial than the 4th gen. Introduced as a 2010 model year vehicle and refreshed for 2014, the truck looks just right for its intention. More curvaceous than chiseled, it needs modifications to truly look good. The bulbous and semi-bloated bodywork doesn’t lend well to its shape. Admittedly the 4th gen body is not the most visually attractive in the model’s history. Where to start in comparing two trucks separated by thirteen years? On the outside, of course. It now has close to 22,000 miles and is wholly unmodified. The 5th gen is represented by my newest acquisition, a 2018 TRD Off Road Premium. With nearly 155,000 miles and the majority of its life spent in Canada, on off-road trails, it was a bit worse for wear. The 4th gen is represented by my recently-sold Stormtrooper 4Runner, a 2005 Limited V6 (the beloved 4.7L V8 was available). Let’s break down how the 4Runner changed for its 5th gen, how it’s better, and so on.įirst let’s look at the specific vehicles here as it’s not a perfectly direct comparison. How does it compare to its successor? Neither vehicle is perfect but the similarities and differences are vast. On sale from 2002-2009, the 4th generation 4Runner falls more toward the unloved side. And yet, some are viewed more favorably than others. But prior generation trucks are holding up well, and the options for a reliable, comfortable, trail-happy rig are more than ever. Now deep into its fifth generation, the venerable 4×4 is still posting strong sales numbers. Any direction you take is the right direction with these shift knobs! What is awesome is being able to add your own sense of style to the interior of your 4runner.Since its introduction in 1984 the Toyota 4Runner has become a forever player in the off-road capable, street-friendly SUV segment. This premium product transforms the interior and comes with the option of 7 different colors. The install is super simple, and it comes with the option to add a transfer case knob as well. This shift knob was made 100% in Idaho, and is their V3 design. This shift knob was created using a hard anodized matte black aluminum with interchangeable G10 scales and jimpings added for increased grip. Teton Workshop Shift and Transfer Case Knob This install is super simple and you can see the step by step install in the video below. Both of these bring a tactical look along with a premium feel to spice up the interior of your rig. ![]() This one of a kind shift knob also comes with the option to get a matching transfer knob as well. This product is a high quality, CNC machined using 6601 one piece billet aluminum, bead blasted, hard anodized black, then teflon coated for extra durability. This took countless prototypes to get it completely dialed in. This next shift knob is 100% made in Utah. The carbon fiber comes with the same red stitching and imprinted trd on top, but instead of all black it comes wrapped with a sweet carbon fiber. The black adds a stealth look to your interior, along with the red stitching along the knob and TRD imprinted on the top. These come in either a black or a carbon fiber and keep the oem look of your current shift knob. These shift knobs are a range of different pricing so whatever your budget, and whatever knob you think is the most aesthetically pleasing we got options for you.įirst up is our OEM style shift knobs. Just kidding, the only thing these will do is a step in the right direction to making your interior look cooler one mod at a time. These shift knobs will turn your 4runner into the fastest rig on the trails. ![]() If you want to be able to increase the horsepower in your slow 4runner look no further.
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