2004 Mitsubishi Outlander vs. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander (162 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander. (215 Nm). This means 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Outlander | 1998 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Outlander | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1960 mm |
