2001 Ford Ranger vs. 2011 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2011 Toyota Sienna 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Sienna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Sienna (187 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2001 Ford Ranger. (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 219 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.
Because 2001 Ford Ranger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 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, 2011 Toyota Sienna (252 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford Ranger. (203 Nm). This means 2011 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford Ranger. 2011 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. 2011 Toyota Sienna will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Ranger | 2011 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Ranger | Sienna |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 2700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1939 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3030 mm |
