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Toyota Sienna (2009) vs. Lexus IS (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Toyota Sienna and 2008 Lexus IS specs.

2009 Toyota Sienna and 2008 Lexus IS Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Toyota Sienna Lexus IS  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Minivan, ext. 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 119.3 in 107.5 in 11.8 in
Length 200.0 in 180.1 in 19.9 in
Width 77.4 in 70.9 in 6.5 in
Height 68.9 in 56.1 in 12.8 in
Curb Weight 4177 lb. 3455 lb. 722 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.0 gal. 17.2 gal. 2.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 42.0 in 37.2 in 4.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 63.8 in 54.4 in 9.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 58.4 in 54.1 in 4.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.9 in 43.9 in -1 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.2 in 36.7 in 3.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 64.9 in 52.7 in 12.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 67.5 in 53.7 in 13.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.6 in 30.6 in 9 in
Headroom, Row 3 38.1 in 0.0 in 38.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 61.1 in 0.0 in 61.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3 51.8 in 0.0 in 51.8 in
Legroom, Row 3 39.5 in 0.0 in 39.5 in
Total Legroom 122 in (over 3 rows) 74.5 in (over 2 rows) 47.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 43.6 ft3 13.0 ft3 30.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 94.5 ft3 13.0 81.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 148.9 ft3 13.0 ft3 135.9 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Toyota Sienna

2009 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The Sienna LE that I have has full power driver seat which proves to bereally goodfor my back pain. see full Toyota Sienna review
2008 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Room for all the kids, friends, and cargo see full Toyota Sienna review
2008 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
With three children having ample rear seat space was very important to us. With the tri zone air system makes it comfortable for them as well. see full Toyota Sienna review
2008 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
plenty of space and comfortable seats see full Toyota Sienna review
2009 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The passenger side does not have 8 way power seat controls. see full Toyota Sienna review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Lexus IS

2008 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The seats are very comfortable for the size car. see full Lexus IS review
2008 Lexus IS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Yeah, the back is small but still big enough to handle for the poor rear seat passengers. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
This is a small car. Interior seating is comfortable but tight. Unless the driver is very short, forget about the back seat. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Don't buy this car if you ever plan on carrying four adults. see full Lexus IS review
2009 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Cramped rear seat. Minimal knee and leg room when there is a front driver/passenger. Minimal room for the toddler when sitting in a car seat. Seats 2 small kids at best. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The rear seats are very comfortable, but TINY. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 416-horsepower 5.0L V8
8-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Not enough rear legroom. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
The rear seat really is too small for adults. The front seats have to be moved forward for adults to sit in the back. see full Lexus IS review
2008 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Small rear seat. More like a coupe with 4 doors. see full Lexus IS review
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Even large children will struggle to fit. see full Lexus IS review
2007 4dr Sedan 204-horsepower 2.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
We do not have small children, and only small children could fit back there. see full Lexus IS review
 
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