Front Brake Pad Comparison Guide

We offer 5 different front brake pad options for 1984–1989 Toyota 4Runner and 1979–1988 Toyota Pickup models equipped with 4WD. We carefully selected what we believe are the best brake pad options within each price range so choosing the right Toyota 4Runner brake pads or Toyota Pickup brake pads for your needs is simple and convenient. This brake pad comparison chart is designed to help you quickly determine which front brake pads best fit your driving style, vehicle setup, and intended use. While all of these brake pads fit your application, each compound is engineered with different priorities in mind such as daily driving comfort, low dust output, off road performance, towing capability, heat resistance, or aggressive braking performance. The chart below compares important characteristics including braking feel, dust and noise levels, heat handling, off road capability, and overall performance level so you can easily choose the best performance brake pads for your specific build and driving conditions.

Brake Pad	Best For	Braking Feel	Dust Level	Noise Level	Heat Resistance	Off Road Use	Daily Driving Comfort	Performance Level
DFC 5000 Ceramic	OEM-style replacement, restorations, commuters	Smooth & predictable	Very Low	Very Quiet	Moderate	Light	Excellent	★★☆☆☆
EBC Ultimax2	Premium daily driving upgrade	Stronger bite than OEM	Low	Quiet	Moderate	Light	Excellent	★★★☆☆
EBC Greenstuff	Daily drivers, overland builds, mild performance use	Strong initial bite	Low	Quiet	High	Good	Very Good	★★★★☆
EBC Extra Duty	Heavy trucks, towing, larger tires, loaded vehicles	Firm & confidence inspiring	Moderate	Moderate	Very High	Excellent	Good	★★★★☆
EBC Yellowstuff	Aggressive driving, mountain driving, high heat use	Very aggressive	Moderate	Moderate	Extreme	Excellent	Moderate	★★★★★

Which Brake Pad Should You Choose?

Choose DFC 5000 Ceramic if:

You want an affordable OEM-style replacement
You prioritize low dust and quiet braking
Your truck is mostly stock and street driven
You want smooth daily driving comfort

Choose EBC Ultimax2 if:

You want a premium OEM-style upgrade
You want improved stopping power without sacrificing comfort
Your truck sees mostly daily driving and highway use

Choose EBC Greenstuff if:

You run slightly larger tires
You want stronger braking performance
Your truck sees light off road or overland use
You still want low dust and good street manners

Choose EBC Extra Duty if:

You tow, haul gear, or run heavy accessories
Your truck sees frequent off road use
You run oversized tires or armor
You need improved heat handling and durability

Choose EBC Yellowstuff if:

You drive aggressively
You frequently descend steep grades
Your truck sees repeated hard braking
You want the strongest stopping power available

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DFC 5000 Ceramic Front Brake Pads 4WD

Overview

OEM-Style Daily Driving Performance

Performance benefits include:

Advanced Ceramic Brake Pad Construction

Construction features include:

Real-World Performance Benefits

Benefits include:

Ideal Applications

Vehicle Compatibility

Fitment Notes

What Is Included

Front Brake Pad Comparison Guide