2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Defender (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Defender weights approximately 992 kg more than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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, 2009 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 1999 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | Land Rover | Toyota |
Model | Defender | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1960 mm |