2001 Ford Urban Explorer 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 Urban Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Urban Explorer would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Urban Explorer 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 Urban Explorer. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Sienna weights approximately 812 kg more than 2001 Ford Urban Explorer. 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, 2001 Ford Urban Explorer (380 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Sienna. (332 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Urban Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Sienna. 2008 Toyota Sienna has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford Urban Explorer has manual transmission. 2001 Ford Urban Explorer 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 Urban Explorer 2008 Toyota Sienna
Make Ford Toyota
Model Urban Explorer Sienna
Year Released 2001 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5000 cc 3456 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 128 HP 266 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 332 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 7 seats
Vehicle Weight 1769 kg 2581 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 5110 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1970 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 3040 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 132 L 76 L


 

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