2005 Land Rover Freelander vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 2,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Land Rover Freelander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Land Rover Freelander (174 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Because 2005 Land Rover Freelander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Land Rover Freelander 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 Land Rover Freelander (240 Nm) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Land Rover Freelander | 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
| Model | Freelander | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2489 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
