1996 Ford Escort vs. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Escort (131 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. (102 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 378 kg more than 1996 Ford Escort.
Because 2007 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 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Ford Escort, 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, 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace (182 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Escort. (172 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Ford Escort | 2007 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Escort | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 16 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1152 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 70 L |