| Model Year | 2021 | 2009 | |
| Model | Lexus RX | Toyota 4Runner | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6300 267 lb-ft@4700 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5400 306 lb-ft@3400 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 109.8 in | 0 in |
| Length | 192.5 in | 189.2 in | 3.3 in |
| Width | 74.6 in | 75.2 in | -0.6 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 69.3 in | -1.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4387 lb. | 4505 lb. | -118 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.2 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -3.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.7 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 58.0 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 55.3 in | 1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 44.1 in | 41.8 in | 2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 39.1 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.6 in | 57.2 in | 0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 55.4 in | 0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 34.6 in | 3.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.9 in | -32.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.4 in | -48.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.1 in | -24.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.1 in (over 2 rows) | 100.5 in (over 3 rows) | -18.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.4 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | 6.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 18.4 | 36.6 ft3 | -18.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.3 ft3 | 75.1 ft3 | -18.8 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Lexus RX.
| 2009 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 236-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
not enough leg room see full Toyota 4Runner review |