2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Toyota Avensis is newer by 7 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 2,497 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avensis (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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 305 kg more than 2008 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 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, 2008 Toyota Avensis (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (266 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Ranger | 2008 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Ranger | Avensis |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1455 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |