2009 Lexus ES vs. 2013 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus ES would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus ES (272 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. (233 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 379 kg more than 2009 Lexus ES.
Because 2013 Toyota Tacoma is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Toyota Tacoma. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus ES, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus ES. (345 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus ES. 2009 Lexus ES has automatic transmission and 2013 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2013 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus ES will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus ES | 2013 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | ES | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 233 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5286 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3246 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
