1997 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 2005 Toyota Windom
To start off, 2005 Toyota Windom is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Windom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Windom (212 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Windom should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 185 kg more than 2005 Toyota Windom.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Windom (294 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Windom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | 2005 Toyota Windom | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Hi-Ace | Windom |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
