1999 Toyota Paseo vs. 2010 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2010 Toyota Hilux is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Toyota Hilux (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Paseo. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Toyota Paseo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Paseo, 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, 2010 Toyota Hilux (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Paseo | 2010 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Paseo | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3090 mm |
