2009 Lexus IS vs. 2001 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Sequoia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Sequoia would be higher. At 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (416 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. (201 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 86 kg more than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Toyota Sequoia is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus IS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Sequoia 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 Lexus IS (503 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Sequoia. (430 Nm). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Sequoia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus IS | 2001 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | IS | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4969 cc | 4671 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 416 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 503 Nm | 430 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1614 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
