2004 Lexus GX vs. 2001 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2004 Lexus GX is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota RunX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota RunX would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus GX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2001 Toyota RunX. (183 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota RunX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus GX weights approximately 960 kg more than 2001 Toyota RunX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota RunX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Lexus GX 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 GX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota RunX. (181 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Lexus GX | 2001 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GX | RunX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4663 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 183 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2810 mm |
