1998 Ford F-150 vs. 2009 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2009 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1998 Ford F-150. (203 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1998 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford F-150 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2009 Toyota Sienna.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Ford F-150 (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1998 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Sienna. 2009 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 1998 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 1998 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford F-150 | 2009 Toyota Sienna | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | F-150 | Sienna |
Year Released | 1998 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3455 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 203 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 | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2075 kg | 1935 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3040 mm |