1998 Lexus GS vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1998 Lexus GS. (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 1998 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 497 kg more than 1998 Lexus GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota 4Runner will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2013 Toyota 4Runner (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lexus GS. (301 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Lexus GS | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 2159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 87 L |
