1996 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 2013 Dodge AVENGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge AVENGER is newer by 17 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, 2013 Dodge AVENGER (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge AVENGER 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 173 kg more than 2013 Dodge AVENGER.
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, 2013 Dodge AVENGER, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge AVENGER. 2013 Dodge AVENGER has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Dodge AVENGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | 2013 Dodge AVENGER | |
Make | Toyota | Dodge |
Model | Hi-Ace | AVENGER |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1542 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4892 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2064 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1483 mm |