Displacement, power and torque rating are exactly the same. Do you know what is the real difference beside the logo?
The Honda Pilot and Acura MDX has similar engine except the MDX is fine-tuned for 20 more horses.
No differences at all in the engine.
Honda fine-tuned the MDX to squeeze out 20 more horses but requires premium.
In the Toyota case, it's odd because the power and torque are exactly the same. Why one needs Premium, the other is OK with regular. Like you said, probably due to income level.
In the 4Runner, they said Premium is recommended in severe condition such as towing.
Anyway, thanks to those who is willing to pay big bucks for the name. Without the LX470, a nice vehicle like the 2003 4Runner may not exist.
Isn't the Sequoia application turned for more torque and less power? Tuning can certainly affect octane requirements.
- Mark
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