2007 Lexus GX vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2007 Lexus GX is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus GX (263 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 104 kg more than 2007 Lexus GX.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Lexus GX (438 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 2007 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus GX | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | GX | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4670 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1742 kg | 1846 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 87 L |
