It is all context. Where I live, the 1FZ-FE has all the power I need. No, it isn't the same power as my v8 200 series, but I don't need that power. Another example is from traveling in the middle east where I talked with a Toyota dealer in Qatar - the six cylinder was ubiquitous and he said they only rarely sell an 8 cylinder. They just don't need that much power for their terrain and use cases.
I don't know how anyone can say that in good faith unless you're running stock tires and no armor. I've driven a 1FZ LC (35s and armored) at sea level and it still is an awful experience.