2005 BMW 330 vs. 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 67 kg more than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 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, 2005 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1995 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 330 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1960 mm |
