What is the difference between a pilsner and Larger beer?

a Pilsner is actually a type of Lager. Lager is a generic category that includes beers that are brewed with bottom fermenting yeast that ferments at cooler temperatures. Pilsner is a type of Lager that is yellow/golden in color with a white frothy head, generally lighter in body, and has a crisp/dry finish. Pilsners usually come in around 4-5% ABV