2001 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 3,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Sienna (230 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 220 kg more than 2001 Ford Ranger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Toyota Sienna (328 Nm) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 2005 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Ranger has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger | 2005 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 76 L |
