2002 Lexus ES vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,455 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Lexus ES. (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2002 Lexus ES. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus ES weights approximately 501 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2009 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Lexus ES. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Lexus ES. (325 Nm). This means 2009 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Lexus ES.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Lexus ES | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | ES | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3314 cc | 3455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2436 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 76 L |
