2000 Toyota Hi-Ace vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma

To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 360 kg more than 2006 Toyota Tacoma.

Because 2006 Toyota Tacoma is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Hi-Ace.

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