1997 Ford F-150 vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1997 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-150 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2012 Toyota Sienna.
Because 1997 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-150 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, 1997 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Sienna. 2012 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1997 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1997 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-150 | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | F-150 | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 2050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1796 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3030 mm |
