Thanks that makes me feel better. I've often thought about a 4 runner would be nice. But I love my FJ. It's a 2013 with 95k on it. So we have a long way to go.
I hope that you both appreciate this but watching this Chanel makes me think about all the times I watched This Old House with my dad. It is fantastic and I love your videos! Thank you!
I appreciate what you said far more than you can probably imagine. This Old House has forever been one of my favorite shows, and an inspiration for our videos!
Lo siguen vendiendo en Ecuador? Aquí en Canadá ya no lo venden por varios años, me parece que el 2014 fue el último año que lo vendieron . Quizás me compré el 4Runner pero su precio no es nada barato.
Yes! This is a perfect example of a straight-forward amateur vehicle comparison video. No annoying royalty-free music to drown out the dialogue or merch drops of “…be sure to smash that Like button and Subscribe…” nonsense. GREAT JOB you two! Love it!
Love this video. I’m a 4runner owner and literally love everything about it. I was considering the fj but just wasn’t big enough to lug all my drum gear being a full time musician while still loving to overland, road trip, and go wheelin on the trails and to the mountains. Can’t go wrong with either one though. My favorite vehicles are literally the 4Runner trd pro, FJ Cruiser, FJ80 Land Cruiser, and Tacoma trd pro.
Great video! So much of your FJ experience sounds like my Honda Element experience (suicide doors, rubber floors, space behind the front seat, blind spots, windshield). I just sold my Element of 17 yrs and bought a new 4runner. We have no regrets. If FJs were still being produced we probably would have gone that route but we don't plan on doing more than camping and maybe towing a small trailer, so the 4runner fits the bill.
I have, well....had both....sold the 4runner... and everything you said is correct and appreciated...like having one of your kids given up for adoption! ......and with all the disadvantage pointed out, I'm still looking into buying another FJ!
I adore my '07 4runner, she's my baby. But whenever I see an FJ pass me on the road, I can't help but look... thankfully my 4runner won't slap me for it
I know this video is 3 years old but it hits close to home. I have a 2014 FJ TTUE which I absolutely love. BUT I have a hankering and desire for a 4Runner SR5 Premium... Why you ask. I'm in my 70's and still a kid at heart but I want heated seats. My rock crawling days may be over but my backroads days are ahead of me. Love your video which pointed out a lot of things I didn't know. Thanks..
I've always wondered if I made the right decision getting an fj over a 4runner. I definitely wished I had more space but watching this made me feel a bit better about my decision.
To solve your issue with not being able to see traffic lights when stopped at the intersection just google "LightInSight For FJ Cruiser". It really works for me.
Thank you for the comparison - very structured and comprehensive! Both are great vehicles and they complement each other well, depending on the use. The FJs are just legendary. My favourite Toyota of all time. Their design and capabilities are top tier, combined with minimalistic functional interior. They even had a full time 4WD option, ideal for snowy regions. They really came 15 years too soon - if you look at the new Bronco it is the same style. And people tend to go for this style more and more. Too bad Toyota discontinued them and only sells them now in odd markets such as the Philippines and the Middle East (although with limited configurations and no full time 4WD). I was thinking about importing a new one here to Europe, but the hassle is just too much, and our emissions standards are a killer.
Everyone who owns one loves them. Even though there hard to see out of and are poor on fuel an FJ gives you the feeling that a good car should. Plus mine worth about 5k more than when I brought it. Not many cars can do that.
Great review and comparison. Even though we don't have the 4runner in our market (Saudi arabia) but we still have the FJ. it was good to know the difference. Thank you.
Love your videos. I had an 08 fj with the 6 manual. Loved it. My favorite vehicle by far. But with two growing girls, had to go with something with more room. Have a 4runner trd off road now. Still miss the fj. :(
I thought about buying a 4Runner as a desert blasting and my FJ for a lot more aggressive rock crawling but my FJ does both very well so it makes it a hard to buy a 4Runner. Plus everyone stares at my FJ and I love how durable the interior is.
Don't you just love it when your FJ turns heads at the gas station and at garage sales? Hey what kind of car is that? It's a Toyota FJ Cruiser! Wow nice color!
It was a tough decision so I PURCHASED BOTH .. lol :) Love my FJ and 4R but I think I love FJ more (I see it as as Toy for me) . Nice video ; I had to put lot of work to fix the rust (I posted that video in my channel for other FJ owners) , might be because FJ was bit old and my 4R was fairly new. When I go alone for ME TIME, I take FJ always :) When going with family, 4Runner is the best.
I got my 07 FJ for $10k U.S. 3 years ago. I put about $2k of work into it and it's been a fantastic reliable vehicle. I have owned a 4Runner as well and the difference in extra weight with the same engine is a huge factor. The handling is so much nicer on the FJ. I am currently sitting at 170k miles and I hope to have this vehicle til 500k miles. Or until I kick it.
Just installed mine 2 weeks ago! I love it. I spent some time checking out the settings and letting my foot adjust...currently running Sport-7 90% of the time, sometimes Race-5.
I have a 4Runner Trail and FJ Cruiser TT. I enjoy the space I have in the 4Runner with family and camping, but I’m way more confident in going anywhere in my FJ! I wish my FJ had KDSS however.
Inside, and outside of a 4runner is centralized like most modern SUV today. The FJ has its own identity both inside, and outside. You know the winner. 😎
Thanks for the video. I find it interesting that the 4runner has more room, better ride on road, 2mpg better fuel economy doesn't have the blind spot problem but both of you like the FJ better. It must be alot more fun to drive! :-) I am looking at 4runners and FJ's thinking of buying one this helped me alot.
Had the same FJ and loved it. When my 3rd son was born, his car seat barely fit and have to move the front passenger seat all the way forward. My wife was so close to the front dash, it was uncomfortable and dangerous. I ditched it for a 4Runner limited and then sold it for a TRD Pro.
I started with a 95 4 runner. Got a Tacoma later. Couple different vehicles between. Got the first FJ. It was amazing drove it 12 years before I got re ended at a light and totalled. So i picked up a tricked out 96 4 runner. I always got 15- 17mph in my FJ. On the interstate I got more. 20mpg usually.
Woo hooo fj for the win. This makes me like you guys even more lol Heaven forbid anything happens to my FJ I would get a forerunner but I would be devastated. This is my second FJ that I have now I bought this one brand new so hopefully I’ll have it for a very long time.
we actually have all 3 Tacoma 4 runner and the fj cruiser my fjc is probably the best out of all 3 hey great channel by the way hope to see you guys in Colorado
I love my FJ. Gotten close to listing it for sale but could never do it and very glad I didn't. Taken it through mountains and deserts and after 4 years of owning it I'm still on the same windscreen :D. Couldn't recommend this beast more.
I got a dashcam rear view mirror.. Just a touch and it views forward (dash cam view mode) and I can see the lights no problem.. Touch again and my rear view is almost 180° in 4k for both.. Totally worth it
I bought my FJ new in 07, with the 3” lift and oversized tires I lost power due to a change in the diameter of the new tires thus changing the gearing. The TRD Supercharger fixed that and the huge increase in horsepower was greatly appreciated. I get 17 city and 20 highway except when I tromp on the gas pedal, that’s when the fuel line turns into a garden hose. I love my FJ and will never part with it.
I bought my FJ brand new in 07 and it's still looks great and runs great. I get looks now like when it was brand new, like what is that thing? I'm never giving it up!
❤️ the patting of the FJ 😂 haha. I am with you, I love the FJ, and it seems they are holding their value well. We're lucky to have had them available for sale in Australia (ended in 2017) and I've been keeping an eye on their prices as I plan to get one. Here, used FJ prices haven't come down much. I think it won't be long before their prices will start to appreciate.
Hi Mark and Marri love u guys. I too love both,but i prefer the FJ ....Sad story i lost my Fj to an accident couple weeks ago 12/12 /20..I was rear ended by a semi truck totaled my Fj thank the lord i only suffered a concussion ...now im in the market for one again but its not going to be the same because there all use...my old one was brand new off the lot when i purchased it i was planning to keep it forever since they stop selling it in the U.S....hopefully i can find one soon with as little miles as possible.Anyway u guys are awesome Happy Wheeling be safe and God bless.
We have a 2020 TRD-off-road. I love the FJ, but my wife can not see put of the FJ. We love our 4 runner. We sleep in the back of the 4 runner. It does everything and then some. FJ does have a cool factor. But I am a function over form type.
Always enjoy your videos and look forward to them. I have an FJ Cruiser and used GX460 (instead of 4runner). The FJ I use offroad. Purchased the GX for use as a "truck" and camping in the future where rock crawling not required. Costwise my used 17 GX460 with 35k miles was cheaper than the used high mileage 4runners I looked at. Wanted the bit more comfort and the smooth 8 cylinder/6 speed. I went with King shocks on the FJ custom valved and it rides like a Lexus on the highway. Just drove Chicago to Arizona. Helped with the crosswinds but still not the immune to it. Had 45mph crosswinds through MO, OK and NM. Was pretty stable but had to stay focussed for some crazy gusts. I also put camera on my passenger side mirror so i can minimize the blindspot in crazy traffic snd help with shelf roads. So u might consider the GX as an alternative to the 4runner.
Thanks for the video! Great rigs both of them 👌🏻. Wanted to ask about the boxes you have on the roof of the 4 runner. Cpuld you share what model they are? They look really useful!
Agreed!!! If they weren't upcharging the leftover FJ's in late 2014 I would have going a new one but they were dealing on 2015 4Runner so theres that. Nice review. Bought those disconnects and waiting on USPS to deliver them.
I like my 4Runner because it makes a great daily driver and is good on the highway. I sat in a FJ once and felt fairly claustrophobic. Honestly, I know this probably isn't in a popular opinion, but I think the best of both worlds would be a 4Runner for the long distance or overlanding type stuff, and a two-door Wrangler for the more aggressive off-roading.
I had my 7 Seat 2004 ($24K) Four-Runner SR5 for 16 years. Took it to Toyota Every Maintenance Job. Driver side Door Lever had issue 8th year. Changed Panasonic Stock Battery after 6 years. I remember FJ having a “Camry,” Engine, while 4 Runner had Modified V-6. “The Most Powerful 4-Runner Ever Made!” Loved Commercial Group of Guys Pointing to Mountain & they Hop in Race over..... My ABS Control System Finally Died out & $4K replacement was not worth it. So I got $3k for Trade toward 2020 Sienna SE (8 seater)
Great comparison. Here in Aus we don’t get the 4Runner. So I have an FJ, but I love the look of the 4Runner and I’d probably have one if they were here.
For some reason I though you folks had the Surf but looks like there is a Fortuner. Are those not basically 4runners? So many strange toyota products around the world, no way I will try and figure it all out lol. I do have to say, us staters are a bit jealous of some of your land cruiser options though.
The 4Runner is based on the J150 platform same as the Prado 150, FJ (post 2010), and the Lexus GX. The Fortuner is based on the Hilux platform, with a shorter wheelbase (than the hilux). Trim & spec wise, it's lower than the Prado, and it is also narrower. Ronny Dahl just did a review of the Fortuner & compared it against both the Hilux & Prado, and it was pretty favorable. I've got an FJ and a Fortuner. Both are great vehicles.
@@amaclach has it correct. The fortuner just doesn’t look any good lol. We used to have the 4Runner in the 80/90s? I guess. I have seen a few surfs from the same era, imported from Japan I think, better motor and spec.
So I had a 2017 cement 4Runner trd pro and I had a 2014 fj I like both and I sold both 3 years ago and my house since I was moving far out of state but now I decided to buy one of the other and my wife and I decided we miss way more the FJ the looks the wide body the way it is the power felt better don’t know y same engine but is just unique looking and I don’t see anybody has an FJ on my area and don’t forget the 3 wipers 😩 so cool 😂
I honestly don't remember the year I looked at a fj. The first thing I noticed and turned me away was the rear doors and seat room. At the time we had a Chevy Blazer. Since that time we have had a LR3 and now a 4runner. I am asked all the time I changed. If you have ever had a Land Rover and mechanical troubles you know the answer. Would I say I love the 4runner, maybe strong like. I feel the cargo space is more important to us.
@@NahBra_EUC it minimizes the body roll on road (like having stiff sway bars) and allows for articulation off road (at least as much as possible with the independent front suspension) when off road. Pretty simple system that just always works without having to turn anything on or off or disconnect sway bars like on the rubicons.
@@russripley8963 yeah, the gauge has a pretty good reserve but according to the specs it’s 19 gallon. That still seems pretty small . I could use a larger one for sure. I have an 07 and a 14 and they both have same capacity. But I agree it could be bigger.
The grandsons car seat stays in the back seat.. He loves Pa'ahs truck... What blind spot ? I drove APC in the Army and panel vans as a house painter.. I'm used to using my mirrors
"No offense 4Runner, we like you too." Nice lol I love the 4 of you.... While the two of you make me laugh... the other two, well.....They speak for themselves, out on the trails...
Fj cruiser all the way💪🔥
Omg i laughed so hard when he said " they're like kids, you gotta love them both but deep down inside you have preferences " haha 😄 😆 😅
It becomes akward if you watch this part with your kids and they look at you at that part. lol
It's nice to have the best of both worlds. I am looking at a FJ right now.
that was so funny!
Thanks that makes me feel better. I've often thought about a 4 runner would be nice. But I love my FJ. It's a 2013 with 95k on it. So we have a long way to go.
Very nice!
I've got a 2013 with roughly the same miles as well! planning on keeping it for as long as I can. Love it!
FJ is rad but like everyone else I need the room for the troops!
I too have a 2014 FJ and I recently bought a 2019 4Runner TRD Offroad for her. I totally agree with your findings...nice job!
I hope that you both appreciate this but watching this Chanel makes me think about all the times I watched This Old House with my dad. It is fantastic and I love your videos! Thank you!
I appreciate what you said far more than you can probably imagine. This Old House has forever been one of my favorite shows, and an inspiration for our videos!
gave my son my 07 4runner and got myself a 2010 fj. now the fun begins with the mods and upgrades.
I have an FJ 2015 here in Ecuador and I love it. It is a very nice video and fair comparation between Fj and 4Runner.
Lo siguen vendiendo en Ecuador? Aquí en Canadá ya no lo venden por varios años, me parece que el 2014 fue el último año que lo vendieron . Quizás me compré el 4Runner pero su precio no es nada barato.
Glad you liked it!
Yes! This is a perfect example of a straight-forward amateur vehicle comparison video. No annoying royalty-free music to drown out the dialogue or merch drops of “…be sure to smash that Like button and Subscribe…” nonsense. GREAT JOB you two! Love it!
Love my '13 Fj. Best SUV ever!
Love this video. I’m a 4runner owner and literally love everything about it. I was considering the fj but just wasn’t big enough to lug all my drum gear being a full time musician while still loving to overland, road trip, and go wheelin on the trails and to the mountains. Can’t go wrong with either one though. My favorite vehicles are literally the 4Runner trd pro, FJ Cruiser, FJ80 Land Cruiser, and Tacoma trd pro.
Right on!
I find the Honda Element a smaller FJ brother!
I like how you presented all the information between the two. It was clear, easy to follow/understand and On point. You got my sub.
Awesome, thank you!
Thanks guys. I'm dealing on an fj right now. This solidifies my decision even more.
Rocking a black ‘07 FJ with very similar mods in CO! Gone everywhere my buddy’s Rubicon w/34’s has...it’s a Mtn goat for sure! Keep up the cool vids!
Great video! So much of your FJ experience sounds like my Honda Element experience (suicide doors, rubber floors, space behind the front seat, blind spots, windshield). I just sold my Element of 17 yrs and bought a new 4runner. We have no regrets. If FJs were still being produced we probably would have gone that route but we don't plan on doing more than camping and maybe towing a small trailer, so the 4runner fits the bill.
I have, well....had both....sold the 4runner... and everything you said is correct and appreciated...like having one of your kids given up for adoption! ......and with all the disadvantage pointed out, I'm still looking into buying another FJ!
I adore my '07 4runner, she's my baby. But whenever I see an FJ pass me on the road, I can't help but look... thankfully my 4runner won't slap me for it
I'd stick with the 4runner. I do more road than off road. And the room is what I really need.
I know this video is 3 years old but it hits close to home. I have a 2014 FJ TTUE which I absolutely love. BUT I have a hankering and desire for a 4Runner SR5 Premium... Why you ask. I'm in my 70's and still a kid at heart but I want heated seats. My rock crawling days may be over but my backroads days are ahead of me. Love your video which pointed out a lot of things I didn't know. Thanks..
Great to hear your opinions as I find myself exactly wrestling with this dilemma... thankyou! Now FJ hunter..
Glad to help!
I've always wondered if I made the right decision getting an fj over a 4runner. I definitely wished I had more space but watching this made me feel a bit better about my decision.
Funny things, I got the FJ back then, as it was less a expensive alternative
FJ all the way!
I originally wanted a 4Runner but I'm super happy with my FJ. Maybe that'll change when I have kids, but by then, I think this'll be my fun car.
To solve your issue with not being able to see traffic lights when stopped at the intersection just google "LightInSight For FJ Cruiser". It really works for me.
Wow... That’s genius!
Wtf?!?! How come I didn't know about this?! Thanks for the info, totally buying one!
Thank you for the comparison - very structured and comprehensive! Both are great vehicles and they complement each other well, depending on the use.
The FJs are just legendary. My favourite Toyota of all time. Their design and capabilities are top tier, combined with minimalistic functional interior. They even had a full time 4WD option, ideal for snowy regions. They really came 15 years too soon - if you look at the new Bronco it is the same style. And people tend to go for this style more and more.
Too bad Toyota discontinued them and only sells them now in odd markets such as the Philippines and the Middle East (although with limited configurations and no full time 4WD). I was thinking about importing a new one here to Europe, but the hassle is just too much, and our emissions standards are a killer.
The Bronco designers knew they were copying an iconic design!
Everyone who owns one loves them. Even though there hard to see out of and are poor on fuel an FJ gives you the feeling that a good car should. Plus mine worth about 5k more than when I brought it. Not many cars can do that.
Me too, Fj Cruiser is my favorite
Gosh I love my white 2010 FJ . Goes everywhere I need to go and sometimes places I’d never thought I could.
lol this guys should do all comparaison car reviews informative , straight forward and funny
THANKS!
Very Honest review!
Love you guys!!
Great review and comparison. Even though we don't have the 4runner in our market (Saudi arabia) but we still have the FJ. it was good to know the difference. Thank you.
Thanks for watching!
Love your videos. I had an 08 fj with the 6 manual. Loved it. My favorite vehicle by far. But with two growing girls, had to go with something with more room. Have a 4runner trd off road now. Still miss the fj. :(
That is awesome!
I thought about buying a 4Runner as a desert blasting and my FJ for a lot more aggressive rock crawling but my FJ does both very well so it makes it a hard to buy a 4Runner. Plus everyone stares at my FJ and I love how durable the interior is.
Don't you just love it when your FJ turns heads at the gas station and at garage sales?
Hey what kind of car is that? It's a Toyota FJ Cruiser! Wow nice color!
Finally subjectivity wins again objectivity! ;) Happy to see humans as we are! Thanks for sharing!
It was a tough decision so I PURCHASED BOTH .. lol :) Love my FJ and 4R but I think I love FJ more (I see it as as Toy for me) . Nice video ; I had to put lot of work to fix the rust (I posted that video in my channel for other FJ owners) , might be because FJ was bit old and my 4R was fairly new. When I go alone for ME TIME, I take FJ always :) When going with family, 4Runner is the best.
Totally agree!
Agreed! and exactly the same life choices....xcept the wifey uses the FJ as her daily!
I got my 07 FJ for $10k U.S. 3 years ago. I put about $2k of work into it and it's been a fantastic reliable vehicle. I have owned a 4Runner as well and the difference in extra weight with the same engine is a huge factor. The handling is so much nicer on the FJ. I am currently sitting at 170k miles and I hope to have this vehicle til 500k miles. Or until I kick it.
My FJ has 267k, going strong! Our 4Runner has 144k, they have been so reliable and cheap to maintain.
@@davidnielsen7679 all factors considered, 2007 to 2009 has got to be the best bang for dollar
what's amazing is your car rn the fj would sell for double or more of what you paid initially
Thank you guys for taking my suggestion and doing a comparison. Helps explain a lot.
Our pleasure!
Loving my FJ as well. Looking at those sprint boosters though. The factory electronic acceleration is a bit to be desired for highway entries.
Just installed mine 2 weeks ago! I love it. I spent some time checking out the settings and letting my foot adjust...currently running Sport-7 90% of the time, sometimes Race-5.
Looks like the best of both worlds 👍
I have a 4Runner Trail and FJ Cruiser TT. I enjoy the space I have in the 4Runner with family and camping, but I’m way more confident in going anywhere in my FJ! I wish my FJ had KDSS however.
Totally agree!
Inside, and outside of a 4runner is centralized like most modern SUV today. The FJ has its own identity both inside, and outside. You know the winner. 😎
Just got a 4th Gen 4Runner and love it, those FJ’s look nice too!
Awesome video
Glad you enjoyed it
Miss my 11’ FJ! but love my 18’ 4Runner. Another FJ vs 4R call out for me was the rear door, nice to have it go up overhead on the 4R. ☔️
Right on!
Thanks for the video. I find it interesting that the 4runner has more room, better ride on road, 2mpg better fuel economy doesn't have the blind spot problem but both of you like the FJ better. It must be alot more fun to drive! :-) I am looking at 4runners and FJ's thinking of buying one this helped me alot.
Excellent video , I love them both, but deep inside FJ my favorite 😊 thank you 🙏🏻
Glad you enjoyed!
Had the same FJ and loved it. When my 3rd son was born, his car seat barely fit and have to move the front passenger seat all the way forward. My wife was so close to the front dash, it was uncomfortable and dangerous. I ditched it for a 4Runner limited and then sold it for a TRD Pro.
I started with a 95 4 runner. Got a Tacoma later. Couple different vehicles between. Got the first FJ. It was amazing drove it 12 years before I got re ended at a light and totalled. So i picked up a tricked out 96 4 runner. I always got 15- 17mph in my FJ. On the interstate I got more. 20mpg usually.
FJ Forever! Nothing like it out there. Nothing better in the trails when paired with something at the same level of modifications
Right on!
Woo hooo fj for the win. This makes me like you guys even more lol Heaven forbid anything happens to my FJ I would get a forerunner but I would be devastated. This is my second FJ that I have now I bought this one brand new so hopefully I’ll have it for a very long time.
Congrats! Wish I had 2 FJ's.
we actually have all 3 Tacoma 4 runner and the fj cruiser my fjc is probably the best out of all 3 hey great channel by the way hope to see you guys in Colorado
We'll be in Colorado in May and July.
@@WanderlostOverland awesome I'm taking a break from instagram for a little bit but I'll talk to u guys once I get back on
I was fortunate enough to get a 2016 fj in Australia before they were discontinued. 2014 - 2016 came with a sub gas tank 159L capacity all up.
Same here Jason,I will admit 159 litres at the servo hurts the wallet lol, but it’s smiles per mile for me
@@daztaylor3216 it sure does watching it hit $200 hurts haha.
I love my FJ. Gotten close to listing it for sale but could never do it and very glad I didn't. Taken it through mountains and deserts and after 4 years of owning it I'm still on the same windscreen :D. Couldn't recommend this beast more.
I got a dashcam rear view mirror..
Just a touch and it views forward (dash cam view mode) and I can see the lights no problem..
Touch again and my rear view is almost 180° in 4k for both..
Totally worth it
I just got a (new to me) 2014 Trail with KDSS and I'm rethinking that purchase for the more offroad capable FJ. Thankfully the mrs likes both.
I bought my FJ new in 07, with the 3” lift and oversized tires I lost power due to a change in the diameter of the new tires thus changing the gearing. The TRD Supercharger fixed that and the huge increase in horsepower was greatly appreciated. I get 17 city and 20 highway except when I tromp on the gas pedal, that’s when the fuel line turns into a garden hose. I love my FJ and will never part with it.
Very nice!
Y’all deserve a million subscribers great video
Maybe one day!
You guys are awesome, thank you for all the info, I was struggling to choose one, now I have clear mind to choose FJ, Thank you Guys and God bless you
Happy to help!
If we could have had the same child twice, we would have. FJ Cruiser all the way!
I bought my FJ brand new in 07 and it's still looks great and runs great. I get looks now like when it was brand new, like what is that thing? I'm never giving it up!
Both are awesome vehicles and both of you are awesome people.
That is fair enough I guess 😉
Thanks!!!
I got 2008 fj，works very good
If you don't have kids get the FJ! If you're well off get both! FJ looks like nothing else on the road though, very cool truck.
❤️ the patting of the FJ 😂 haha. I am with you, I love the FJ, and it seems they are holding their value well. We're lucky to have had them available for sale in Australia (ended in 2017) and I've been keeping an eye on their prices as I plan to get one. Here, used FJ prices haven't come down much. I think it won't be long before their prices will start to appreciate.
I totally agree!
Hi Mark and Marri love u guys. I too love both,but i prefer the FJ ....Sad story i lost my Fj to an accident couple weeks ago 12/12 /20..I was rear ended by a semi truck totaled my Fj thank the lord i only suffered a concussion ...now im in the market for one again but its not going to be the same because there all use...my old one was brand new off the lot when i purchased it i was planning to keep it forever since they stop selling it in the U.S....hopefully i can find one soon with as little miles as possible.Anyway u guys are awesome Happy Wheeling be safe and God bless.
We have a 2020 TRD-off-road.
I love the FJ, but my wife can not see put of the FJ.
We love our 4 runner. We sleep in the back of the 4 runner. It does everything and then some.
FJ does have a cool factor. But I am a function over form type.
Always enjoy your videos and look forward to them. I have an FJ Cruiser and used GX460 (instead of 4runner). The FJ I use offroad. Purchased the GX for use as a "truck" and camping in the future where rock crawling not required. Costwise my used 17 GX460 with 35k miles was cheaper than the used high mileage 4runners I looked at. Wanted the bit more comfort and the smooth 8 cylinder/6 speed. I went with King shocks on the FJ custom valved and it rides like a Lexus on the highway. Just drove Chicago to Arizona. Helped with the crosswinds but still not the immune to it. Had 45mph crosswinds through MO, OK and NM. Was pretty stable but had to stay focussed for some crazy gusts. I also put camera on my passenger side mirror so i can minimize the blindspot in crazy traffic snd help with shelf roads. So u might consider the GX as an alternative to the 4runner.
2012 TTSE FJ from new for me ...still. 88K miles young and rockin, especially off road on BFG KM2's.
Love my FJ, thanks for the comparisons!
Thanks for watching!
Thanks for the video! Great rigs both of them 👌🏻. Wanted to ask about the boxes you have on the roof of the 4 runner. Cpuld you share what model they are? They look really useful!
lol. the coolest thing in my opinion about 4 runner is the rear tailgate window ... they should have that design in every suv
I agree, love my FJ
Agreed!!! If they weren't upcharging the leftover FJ's in late 2014 I would have going a new one but they were dealing on 2015 4Runner so theres that. Nice review. Bought those disconnects and waiting on USPS to deliver them.
My 2015 4runner is now for sale after this video
I love following you folks great video
@@dj5243 thanks DJ!
That 4runner is gorgeous but i would go with the Fj.
What an awesome couple!
I like my 4Runner because it makes a great daily driver and is good on the highway. I sat in a FJ once and felt fairly claustrophobic.
Honestly, I know this probably isn't in a popular opinion, but I think the best of both worlds would be a 4Runner for the long distance or overlanding type stuff, and a two-door Wrangler for the more aggressive off-roading.
Never plan on getting rid of my 2010 trail teams.
Excellent review. Thanks!
Thanks for watching!
Can’t go wrong with either one of these. Both of these vehicles will go down as toyota classics.
I had my 7 Seat 2004 ($24K) Four-Runner SR5 for 16 years. Took it to Toyota Every Maintenance Job. Driver side Door Lever had issue 8th year. Changed Panasonic Stock Battery after 6 years.
I remember FJ having a “Camry,” Engine, while 4 Runner had Modified V-6. “The Most Powerful 4-Runner Ever Made!” Loved Commercial Group of Guys Pointing to Mountain & they Hop in Race over.....
My ABS Control System Finally Died out & $4K replacement was not worth it. So I got $3k for Trade toward 2020 Sienna SE (8 seater)
You got to love them both but deep inside you still have preferences 🤣
I guess I better keep my fj cruiser. Sounds like there a vehicle you should hold on to .
Like that you guys have the fire extinguisher and first aid sticker on the door. I got them too, I'm kind of nerdy about stuff like that.
Its also to let others know where one is. Cause some people don't bring them with when they go off-roading, or even camping.
Great comparison. Here in Aus we don’t get the 4Runner. So I have an FJ, but I love the look of the 4Runner and I’d probably have one if they were here.
For some reason I though you folks had the Surf but looks like there is a Fortuner. Are those not basically 4runners? So many strange toyota products around the world, no way I will try and figure it all out lol. I do have to say, us staters are a bit jealous of some of your land cruiser options though.
The 4Runner is based on the J150 platform same as the Prado 150, FJ (post 2010), and the Lexus GX. The Fortuner is based on the Hilux platform, with a shorter wheelbase (than the hilux). Trim & spec wise, it's lower than the Prado, and it is also narrower. Ronny Dahl just did a review of the Fortuner & compared it against both the Hilux & Prado, and it was pretty favorable. I've got an FJ and a Fortuner. Both are great vehicles.
@@amaclach has it correct.
The fortuner just doesn’t look any good lol.
We used to have the 4Runner in the 80/90s? I guess. I have seen a few surfs from the same era, imported from Japan I think, better motor and spec.
@@brokenlegz the original shape fortuner looks better - you didn't get that one in Australia though. The 4.0 v6 goes like sh*t off a shovel
I LOVE my 4runner, but admittedly, if they still made the FJ I’d have bought that
I love my FJ, too! ❤🙋♂👍
I sold my 4 Runner and bought a 2013 Fj TT.
Owning both it’s a tough call. Great video
It really is!
So I had a 2017 cement 4Runner trd pro and I had a 2014 fj I like both and I sold both 3 years ago and my house since I was moving far out of state but now I decided to buy one of the other and my wife and I decided we miss way more the FJ the looks the wide body the way it is the power felt better don’t know y same engine but is just unique looking and I don’t see anybody has an FJ on my area and don’t forget the 3 wipers 😩 so cool 😂
I am looking at buying a FJ or a Tacoma but maybe after watching this I'll check out the 4 runner
Y’all make great videos
Thanks so much!
2010+ FJ oil filter is canister type same as 4Runner. So the skid plate was the first one I replaced with aftermarket one with access to canister.
I chose RCI aluminum for oil pan for its weight. Easy access to the oil filter. I used other brands for transmission and transfer case.
I honestly don't remember the year I looked at a fj. The first thing I noticed and turned me away was the rear doors and seat room. At the time we had a Chevy Blazer. Since that time we have had a LR3 and now a 4runner. I am asked all the time I changed. If you have ever had a Land Rover and mechanical troubles you know the answer. Would I say I love the 4runner, maybe strong like. I feel the cargo space is more important to us.
Agree the FJ's have cool factor but KDSS is pretty awesome and we are always traveling with a 7 year old, so the extra room would be missed.
What do you like about the KDSS?
@@NahBra_EUC it minimizes the body roll on road (like having stiff sway bars) and allows for articulation off road (at least as much as possible with the independent front suspension) when off road. Pretty simple system that just always works without having to turn anything on or off or disconnect sway bars like on the rubicons.
@@ACEventure Good to know, Clint. Thanks for the info.
Love my Fj.
Really great video guys. You did not mentioned the 15 gallon gas tank on the FJ. Do you install the larger one or an aux one by chance?
I think the FJ is 19 gallon
@@lanyouree8532 No, I own the same yellow 2007 FJ. Most I have ever put in is 15.8
@@russripley8963 yeah, the gauge has a pretty good reserve but according to the specs it’s 19 gallon. That still seems pretty small . I could use a larger one for sure. I have an 07 and a 14 and they both have same capacity. But I agree it could be bigger.
I ❤️ my FJ
The grandsons car seat stays in the back seat..
He loves Pa'ahs truck...
What blind spot ?
I drove APC in the Army and panel vans as a house painter..
I'm used to using my mirrors
"No offense 4Runner, we like you too." Nice lol
I love the 4 of you.... While the two of you make me laugh... the other two, well.....They speak for themselves, out on the trails...
Glad you enjoyed
Well constructed criticism
Thanks