2005 Mitsubishi Grandis vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (119 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis weights approximately 390 kg more than 2012 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2012 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. (211 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis has automatic transmission and 2012 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2012 Toyota Hilux will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mitsubishi Grandis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mitsubishi Grandis | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Grandis | Hilux |
Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
Body Type | Minivan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2343 cc | 2694 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 241 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |