1995 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 2006 Toyota RunX
To start off, 2006 Toyota RunX is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota RunX (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Because 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota RunX, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RunX. (146 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RunX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace | 2006 Toyota RunX | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Hi-Ace | RunX |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
