2004 Toyota Sienna vs. 2012 Lexus GS
To start off, 2012 Lexus GS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GS (340 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (194 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GS weights approximately 170 kg more than 2004 Toyota Sienna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus GS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Lexus GS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Sienna, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Lexus GS (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Sienna. (273 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Toyota Sienna | 2012 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Sienna | GS |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 273 Nm | 362 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1875 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4844 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1425 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2850 mm |
