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#224 of 538 2005 by sc0rpi0 Feb 04, 2004 (11:37 am)
The pictures show what is essentially an S-Runner: a lowered model. So 2WD model would sit few inches taller, and 4WD would be even taller. On the 6th, there'll be pictures of other models available from Toyota or TTORA guys around Chicago.
#225 of 538 05 Tacoma is going to perform!! by chorton Feb 04, 2004 (4:26 pm)
I dont the v8 is a MUST in the new x-runner. If you look on paper some tests show the 02 tacoma s-runner (3.4L 5-sp) was faster 0-60 than the dakota 5.9 r/t. Its all about the gearing and power-weight ratio. I do hope the v8 will be offered in the d-cab prerunner or 4x4 for towing purposes. If you pay attention, in the 4runner that 4.0 V6 boasts 10 more hp than the 4.7 V8 (235/245). but the torque diffrence is only about 18 ft lbs, (282/320). I dont think it will be a sluggish truck at all since the 4.0 is paired with a 6-speed man. tranny!!! I cant wait to see pics of the rest of them!!!
#226 of 538 Toyota has a video of the introduction. by sc0rpi0 Feb 06, 2004 (6:21 am)
The guy talked about 0-60 times of 7 sec, and 6 sec with TRD blower.....which I haven't heard of yet, but it looks like it'll be available eventually. Also, he said that truck pulls 0.9g on curves, beating 350Z in roadholding.   I was going to buy a 350Z couple years from now......we'll see.   chorton: 320-282=38 lbs. However, a whole lot of that 320 torque is available a lot sooner than on the V6. iForce V8 was never a race engine, it's for towing. If Toyota wanted to give Taco a V8, they'd have to beef up the suspension pretty good.
#227 of 538 SCORPIO......Exactly my point!!! by chorton Feb 06, 2004 (12:02 pm)
#228 of 538 V-8 by emt Feb 07, 2004 (7:51 am)
If I remember correctly, Toyota makes V-8's other then the I-Force 4.7. While the 4.7 was made for work, the Lexus V-8's are made for play, so why not put one in the x-runner? I don't disagree with anyone that the V-6 with a blower will be a screamer, but some of us would maybe like to see a V-8, not only in the x-runner, but available in all Tacoma models. And yes I do know that the V-6 has more horses than the 4.7 V-8.
#229 of 538 .9G by jmess Feb 12, 2004 (8:19 am)
When looking at lateral G loads measured on a smooth flat skid pad, remember that things are a little different in the real world. Solid rear axles on a pickup trucks won't handle the bumps as well as the independent rear suspension on a car like a 350Z. So on a twisty road the 350Z would be my choice over a solid rear axle pickup.
#230 of 538 FYI: '04 Tacomas to be built until September '04 by enolagaia Feb 12, 2004 (10:27 am)
Call me crazy, but I'm debating whether I'd rather wait on the new '05 Tacomas or go ahead and buy an '04. Part of it's my preference for the smaller form factor; part of it's the usual apprehension about first-year models, etc., etc.   Anyway, I needed to know when '04 production was gonna cease, so I'd know my 'drop-dead' time for ordering an '04...   After unsuccessful attempts to find out through local dealerships, I gave up and went straight to 'The Source' to get an answer. On the off chance it might work, I called NUMMI directly and told the receptionist I wanted to know when '04 Toyota Tacoma production would cease. I was put through to a production control person / office, and they were kind enough to tell me that they're scheduling ongoing '04 Taco production until September 2004, when they'll switch over to 2005 model production.   I guess this means that anyone who decides to opt for an '04 (owing to impatience or preference over the '05) has until this summer to make up their mind.
#232 of 538 I would wait for the 2005 by i_luv_toyota Feb 25, 2004 (12:24 pm)
That's what I'm doing. I'm just waiting to see what the 4WD version will look like.   Also, the 05 will have a more powerful 4.0L V6 (from the current 4Runner) as opposed to the current 3.4L V6 in current Tacos.
#233 of 538 My guess is by chorton Feb 25, 2004 (3:53 pm)
The 05 will hit in fall and will be comparable to a dakota or a colorado in size. Toyota is usually quick to move with the market on compact trucks. I am not really sure if they will put a V8 in it or not, look at the 4runner. Now days we almost never see a V8 come through here. I bet we've only sold 2 or 3 this year. If they do offer the v8 it will probably be in the d-cab only maybe only in the limited or a 4x4. but it would be a towing monster! The V8 4runner will tow more than any other vehicle toyota sells in the US!!!

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