1999 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V
To start off, both 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace and 1999 Mercedes-Benz V were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 284 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 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz V, 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, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercedes-Benz V. 1999 Mercedes-Benz V 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 Mercedes-Benz V will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | 1999 Mercedes-Benz V | |
| Make | Toyota | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Hi-Ace | V |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
