2004 Lexus GS vs. 2007 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Lexus GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Lexus GS would be higher. At 4,294 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GS (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GS weights approximately 500 kg more than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2004 Lexus GS (417 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota 4Runner. (361 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GS | 2007 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GS | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4294 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 60 L |
