2005 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (270 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 610 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (247 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota 4Runner | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | 4Runner | IS |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 70 L |
