2005 GMC Sierra vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2005 GMC Sierra is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Sierra (295 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Sierra weights approximately 548 kg more than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 GMC Sierra (454 Nm) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm). This means 2005 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Sierra | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Sierra | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2263 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
