1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 2006 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2006 Toyota Hilux is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Caldina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Caldina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Hilux (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Caldina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 10 kg more than 1998 Toyota Caldina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Hilux 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 2006 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina, 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, 2006 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Caldina. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Caldina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 2006 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Caldina | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1762 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
