2007 Lexus IS vs. 2013 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sienna is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 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 109 more horse power than 2007 Lexus IS. (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2007 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 510 kg more than 2007 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Lexus IS 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 2007 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Lexus IS | 2013 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1455 kg | 1965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1985 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3030 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 79 L |
