1999 Steyr G-series vs. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, both 1999 Steyr G-series and 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Steyr G-series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Steyr G-series (292 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Steyr G-series should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Steyr G-series weights approximately 574 kg more than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Steyr G-series is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Steyr G-series will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Steyr G-series (448 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. 1999 Steyr G-series has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Steyr G-series will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Steyr G-series | 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Steyr | Toyota |
Model | G-series | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Size | 4966 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 292 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2290 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |