2009 Lexus IS vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 4 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 4,671 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (270 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 270 kg more than 2009 Lexus IS.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota 4Runner (434 Nm) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lexus IS. (376 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus IS | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
Make | Lexus | Toyota |
Model | IS | 4Runner |
Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3454 cc | 4671 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 306 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 434 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 87 L |