2009 Lexus LS vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Sienna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Sienna would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Lexus LS.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus LS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Lexus LS (417 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (328 Nm). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Lexus | Toyota |
| Model | LS | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 76 L |
