2002 Lexus LX vs. 2012 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2012 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus LX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus LX would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Lexus LX. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus LX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 383 kg more than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2002 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX 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, 2002 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota 4Runner. (376 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus LX | 2012 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LX | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4664 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 2053 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 87 L |
