2005 Honda Mobilio vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2005 Honda Mobilio 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 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 90 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Because 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace 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 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Mobilio, 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, 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Mobilio | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | Mobilio | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |