2009 Toyota 4Runner vs. 2012 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2012 Lotus Exige is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 388 kg more than 2012 Lotus Exige.
Because 2009 Toyota 4Runner is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Toyota 4Runner (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota 4Runner will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lotus Exige. 2009 Toyota 4Runner has automatic transmission and 2012 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2012 Lotus Exige will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota 4Runner will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Toyota 4Runner | 2012 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Toyota | Lotus |
| Model | 4Runner | Exige |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3954 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 44 L |
