2001 Dodge Ram vs. 2012 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2012 Toyota Sienna is newer by 11 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 3,905 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Dodge Ram. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Dodge Ram. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 12 kg more than 2001 Dodge Ram. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Toyota Sienna (332 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Dodge Ram. (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Dodge Ram. 2012 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. 2012 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Ram | 2012 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Ram | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3905 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1811 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3030 mm |
