1996 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 2013 Ford E-Series
To start off, 2013 Ford E-Series 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford E-Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford E-Series (222 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford E-Series 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 140 kg more than 2013 Ford E-Series.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Ford E-Series (387 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 Ford E-Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. 2013 Ford E-Series 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 Ford E-Series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | 2013 Ford E-Series | |
Make | Toyota | Ford |
Model | Hi-Ace | E-Series |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2446 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 222 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 25 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5504 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2017 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2085 mm |