2001 Lexus IS vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sienna (262 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (215 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 565 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Toyota Sienna is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (298 Nm). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS. 2013 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2001 Lexus IS has manual transmission. 2001 Lexus IS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lexus IS | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
