1999 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 318 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 318 (128 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 318 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 281 kg more than 2007 BMW 318.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318. 2007 BMW 318 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. 2007 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | 2007 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Toyota | BMW |
| Model | Hi-Ace | 318 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2446 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1430 mm |
