1996 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,982 cc, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (193 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 771 kg more than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (280 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Hi-Ace | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 1996 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2982 cc |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 193 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 280 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 944 kg |