1999 Dodge Charger vs. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 1999 Dodge Charger is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Charger (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 353 kg more than 1999 Dodge Charger.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Charger | 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Dodge | Toyota |
| Model | Charger | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1960 mm |
