I am starting a series of comparisons between the fortuner and its direct and not so direct rivals. First up, the venerable Prado
Lets take a look at the advantages each vehicle has:
Fortuner:
Prado:
Lets take a look at the advantages each vehicle has:
Fortuner:
- Larger towing capacity 3000kg for the manual and 2800kg for the auto. Up from the Prado's 2500kg
- Cheaper by a few grand, which will make it a more attractive option as the Prado is getting a bit up there in price these days
- 7 Seats as standard (GX Prado is an option adding a substantial outlay)
- Better ground clearance 297mm on the fortuner vs 220mm on the Prado, that is pretty substantial
- Same engine as new Prado, but should be better performance/efficiency wise because it is a lighter vehicle, although doesn't show in quoted values... Hmmmm?
- Shares the Hilux DNA so there are bound to be shared parts and aftermarket bits and bobs coming soon (not really an advantage but hey...)
Prado:
- A more "premium" product
- Petrol option also available
- Long range tank
- Better approach angle
- More established and well known
- Larger interior by a few mm
- Better aftermarket parts availability
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