2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2011 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 10 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota RAV4 (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Ranger weights approximately 236 kg more than 2011 Toyota RAV4.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Toyota RAV4. 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 @ 2000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Toyota RAV4. (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Toyota RAV4. 2011 Toyota RAV4 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. 2011 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2011 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 179 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 266 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1816 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2659 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 60 L |
