Diabolical RX8

Yeah I know, I said I was most likely going to get a WRX, but I found myself staring at the X Runner one day. Since then I dont even think about WRX's anymore.

So I started researching about the X Runner and I came up with these from various websites and brochures.

Cost : $24,000 base - $26,500 fully loaded without Optional TRD Supercharger
Engine : 4.0L V6 VVT-I
HP : 240-245 @ 5200 RPM
TQ : 282 lb ft @ 3800 RPM
Forced Induction : Optional TRD Supercharger
Transmission : 6-speed manual
Brakes : front disc/rear drum
Steering : Variable-assist power rack-and-pinion
Front Suspension : Coil-spring double wishbone suspension
Rear Suspension : Leaf spring
Tires : P255/45R18
Wheels : 18-in.
0 to 60 MPH : 7.52
Quarter Mile : 15.73
Fuel Economy : City: 16
Fuel Economy : HWY: 21
Weight : 3690
Fuel Capacity : 21.0 gallons


Power comes from a 4.0-liter, 240-horsepower V6 engine that produces 275 lb.-ft. of torque. Toyota Racing Development (TRD) will offer a dealer-installed supercharger for the X-Runner that puts power into the 300-horse range.

Toyota says that, during testing, the X-Runner's road-holding ability was measured by an electronic accelerometer in excess of 0.9 g's of lateral acceleration, which is better than other trucks on the market. The manufacturer says it performed better than many sports cars, including the new Nissan 350-Z.

Expect disbelief - from the guy you left in the last corner. Because a truck shouldn't pull 0.9 G's through a corner. Then again, a truck shouldn't have front and rear stabilizer bars, a limited-slip differential or a chassis-stiffening X-brace either. So while that guy b ehind you is trying to figure out what happened, use X-Runner's 236HP to deepen his confusion. And go steal another.

My thoughts:

Yesterday I had the chance to experience driving this truck. I had normal thoughts on how it was going to handle better than a truck until I went around this one corner and unsuspectedly felt like I was glued to the road! In my honest opinion this truck is one sexy beast.

Its 6 speed MT was stunning. I had some insecurities about going into Reverse though because its where 1st gear would normally be. Luckily Toyota realized it might be a problem for some people, so they reinforced it to where you actually have to use some arm muscle to put it into Reverse for added security.

The power was there when I wanted it to be. It might only show 120 on the Speedometer, but who needs to go that fast anyways?

Well I would finish up on this but I am anxious to see your replies. Ill be waiting.

Aoshi Shinomori

I really like it. If I had money/needed a pickup it would most likely be that exact one. Toyota for teh win. :D

BlueEyes

so, you were going to get a wrx (read: you don't need a pickup truck)

Now, you want a pickup truck because why???

Diabolical RX8

Well I thought I didnt want a truck. However I was wrong. I dont feel like getting into detail about it though.

BlueEyes

But do you need a truck?

Aoshi Shinomori

Everyone needs a truck. :D Btw, weren't you looking at one of these as well?

Diabolical RX8

I dont need a truck, but I would rather have the X Runner Fully Loaded other than a base model WRX.

BlueEyes

You'll have something in common with the soccer moms now diabolical :p haha. jokes.

I was looking at a tacoma, but one that has some ground clearance. I need a real truck, not a truck trying to be sports cars. Tacoma didn't have enough power and I didn't really like the tundra. I did like the F150 Supercab FX4.

Diabolical RX8

No offense taken on the Soccer Mom joke.

As for a truck trying to be a sports car, Ill do you one better. If I get it I will be installing the TRD SC in January or finding other ways to boost it.

playdoh43

that trucks got potential. youve gotta respect power and speed no matter what kind of car is. ford lightnings and dodge ram srt-10 are mean machines that can kick a lot of ***

Diabolical RX8

Why pay $40,000+ for a truck everyone knows can kick their *** (almost everyone).
When you can spend $26,000 fully loaded 240hp truck that people think they can beat easily, just buy a $3k SC and whoop their asses.

Thats my view on this truck.

Whitehot

I've always liked trucks, especially Toyotas. If I had the extra money, I would definitely get a supercharged X-runner. I really like the way it looks too.
There is a guy over here that has a Srt-10. It ran a 14.1 or something. It can't get any traction. Then we also have some low 13 second 22r Toyotas, but the fastest truck on the island is a 2003 extracab with the TRD supercharged 3.0L v6. I saw it run a best time of 12.75@115. I would love to see what the new 4.0L engine can do.

Steiner

It is good for what it is, but why sacrifice gas mileage, practicality, handling (potential at a minimum if it's comparable to a WRX stock) and seating capacity. I sat in one of those at the SF Auto show a few months ago and it was nice. I'll give it that. But generally speaking, those in the market for the WRX don't cross shop a Tacoma X-Runner because it's apples to oranges. Go drive the WRX again and get your mind right son.

Diabolical RX8

Ive never driven a WRX before. There isnt a local Subaru dealership around here. Plus I have already made up my mind that the X Runner is what I am going to get. So basically I am sold.

Steiner

Post some pics when you get it...especially with the TRD blower. That thing will rip!

Diabolical RX8

Ill have to wait for the TRD SC to come out though. If it doesnt come out by january, I am going all out with Naturally Aspirated Parts.

Also, GReddy SP2 and Rotary Performance "RACE" Midpipe for sell. GReddy $450 + Shipping (might lower price if it is long shipping), RP Midpipe will cost $275 + shipping (will not lower price).

Steiner

If you definately plan on the SC and it's just a matter of when TRD actually brings it to market, then my advice to you is to do all the suporting mods you can without doing anything that would be replaced or redundant after the SC arrives...like a CAI for example. Exhaust, suspension, shifter and even gauges are all good places to start. Seeing a really cool looking boost gauge that doesn't work will also just be more motivation to get the SC when it comes out.

Good luck dude. Fast trucks are cool.

Diabolical RX8

Yeah I forgot to list some things I am getting the day I purchase the truck.

Underdog Racing Development Short Shifter - $110 44% shorter throws

Air Intake - Remove one filter in it, there are 2 filters and 1 restricts air flow by a massive amount.

Headers - Possibly purchasing JBA Headers

Exhaust - I forgot the name of it, but I will be purchasing it.

Fast trucks are cool.

StealthFox

yeah toyotas are dope, but im not into minitrucks or race trucks(ie f150 svt lightning/srt10/xrunner etc) but the x runner looks pretty good. im into 4x4ing/off roading, and toyotas are some of the best for that, lifted toyotas rock. i think for sporting purposes you need a sports car, and for off roading you need a 4x4 truck, im a little old fashioned but i think thats how it should be.

i gotta hand it to you the x runner is a F***in' dope *** truck though

RX8INCH

I saw one drifting in SD @ a drifting event.. It did better then alot of the cars..nice truck. I say go for a F350 SuperCrew 4x4 With the Diesel put a banks power pkg. and lift it 6" suspention lift & 3" body lift with some 37" tires YEA!!

Diabolical RX8

I have had ideas of Autox & Drifting this truck. Of course I mean its on an actual course and way after break in.

Anyways got to go, school soon.