My sister and her husband just got a 2004 4Runner last week. I don't know the differences between the two years, but this thing is sweet. I only got behind the wheel for a short time, but I like it. Very smooth ride, and little body roll when taking corners. They didn't get the limited model, but they were smart enough to get the V8. Great acceleration. My only beef was that they got an automatic. I drove an older stick 4Runner with the supercharger installed, and I loved it. I think if I was to get an SUV, this wuld be it.