2007 Toyota Hilux vs. 2012 Chrysler Delta
To start off, 2012 Chrysler Delta is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Hilux. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Hilux would be higher. At 2,492 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chrysler Delta (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Delta should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Hilux. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Chrysler Delta.
Because 2007 Toyota Hilux 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 2007 Toyota Hilux. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Chrysler Delta, 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, 2012 Chrysler Delta (300 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Hilux. (200 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 2012 Chrysler Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Hilux.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Toyota Hilux | 2012 Chrysler Delta | |
| Make | Toyota | Chrysler |
| Model | Hilux | Delta |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2710 mm |
