2006 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2011 Lexus CT
To start off, 2011 Lexus CT is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (260 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2011 Lexus CT. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota 4Runner should accelerate faster than 2011 Lexus CT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus CT weights approximately 165 kg more than 2006 Toyota 4Runner.
Because 2006 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lexus CT. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Toyota 4Runner (415 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lexus CT. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lexus CT.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Toyota 4Runner | 2011 Lexus CT | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | 4Runner | CT |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4671 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 415 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4321 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 45 L |
