2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2001 Ford Ranger and 2001 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (180 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 816 kg more than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger (266 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Avensis. (250 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 944 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 55 L |
