2011 Lexus RX vs. 2010 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2011 Lexus RX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 4,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus RX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (157 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 53 kg more than 2011 Lexus RX.
Because 2010 Toyota 4Runner 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 2010 Toyota 4Runner. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus RX, 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, 2011 Lexus RX (348 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota 4Runner. (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Lexus RX | 2010 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | RX | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 348 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1895 kg | 1948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4823 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1885 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1816 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2741 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 91 L |
