2009 Lexus LS vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Lexus LS would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 344 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Because 2013 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2009 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 87 L |
