2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sienna 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sienna (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 368 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sienna.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Sienna. 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 Sienna (332 Nm) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2008 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 2008 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. 2008 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2008 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3040 mm |
