2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2005 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2005 Toyota Sienna is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Dodge Ram would be higher. At 5,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Ram (235 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (230 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Sienna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 141 kg more than 2001 Dodge Ram.
Because 2005 Toyota Sienna is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Dodge Ram. 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, 2001 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Sienna. (328 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Sienna. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2001 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2001 Dodge Ram will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5900 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 230 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1955 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
