1996 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 2005 Toyota Vitz
To start off, 2005 Toyota Vitz is newer by 9 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Vitz (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz 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 665 kg more than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Because 1996 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 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Vitz, 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, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Vitz. (141 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Vitz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | 2005 Toyota Vitz | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Hi-Ace | Vitz |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 141 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1530 mm |
