2011 Toyota Sienna vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 637 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Lexus IS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Toyota Sienna | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Toyota | Lexus |
| Model | Sienna | IS |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 266 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2037 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1984 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1796 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
