2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 13 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (90 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 166 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.

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, 2009 Chevrolet Express (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Express 1996 Toyota Hi-Ace
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Express Hi-Ace
Year Released 2009 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5999 cc 2446 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 319 HP 90 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 3500 RPM
Torque 498 Nm 226 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 12 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1549 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 5700 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 2080 mm 1960 mm


 

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