Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile vs Ford Territory

In-depth comparison in South Africa covering price, performance, fuel efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership costs.

Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile in South Africa

Toyota Hiace Ses'fikile

2.5D 16-seat MT Diesel Manual
ZAR 549,300 ex-showroom
⚡ 75 kW (101 hp)
🔧 200 Nm
⛽ 11.0 km/l
VS
Ford Territory in South Africa

Ford Territory

1.8T Dark Edition DCT Petrol Automatic
ZAR 733,000 ex-showroom
⚡ 140 kW (188 hp)
🔧 320 Nm
⛽ 13.5 km/l
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Quick Winners

Performance Territory
Mileage Territory
🔑 Ownership Territory

Overall Comparison Score

🏆 Winner
#1

Territory

68
/ 100
+30
pts
#2

Hiace Ses'fikile

38
/ 100

High confidence result.

Executive Summary

Territory dominates this comparison with clear advantages across multiple categories.

Key Differences At A Glance

Performance Territory +6 pts
Efficiency Territory +1 pts
Safety Territory +12 pts
Practicality Territory +7 pts
Ownership Territory +4 pts

Category Score Breakdown

🏆 Overall Winner

Territory

Performance 13/20
Efficiency 8/20
Safety 18/20
Practicality 13/20
Ownership 16/20

Hiace Ses'fikile

Performance 7/20
Efficiency 7/20
Safety 6/20
Practicality 6/20
Ownership 12/20

Pros & Cons

Hiace Ses'fikile

Pros
  • No major strengths identified
Cons
  • Less powerful engine setup
  • Lower fuel efficiency
  • Less comprehensive safety features
  • Less practical in daily usage
  • Shorter warranty coverage
Best For: General Use
🏆 Overall Winner

Territory

Pros
  • More powerful engine output
  • Better fuel efficiency
  • Stronger safety package
  • More practical for daily use
  • Better long-term ownership value
Cons
  • No major weaknesses identified
Best For: Highway Driving Fuel Efficiency Family Usage

Who Should Buy Which?

Hiace Ses'fikile

  • Buyers looking for a balanced all-round vehicle

Territory

  • Drivers who prioritise strong highway performance and overtaking power
  • Buyers looking for better fuel efficiency
  • Families prioritising stronger safety equipment
  • Large families needing more practicality and usability
  • Long-term owners valuing warranty and ownership peace of mind

Full Specification Comparison

Specification Hiace Ses'fikile Territory
Ground Clearance 155 190
Wheelbase 3110 2716
Length 5380 4630
Width 1880 1935
Height 1990 1706
Kerb Weight 2055 1635
Gross Vehicle Weight 3500 2150
Seating Capacity 16 5
Boot Space 0 448
Towing Capacity 2800 1200
Specification Hiace Ses'fikile Territory
Engine 2.5L Turbodiesel 1.8L Turbocharged Petrol
Engine Type Inline 4-cylinder 2KD-FTV Inline 4 Turbocharged
Displacement 2494 1798
Cylinders 4 4
Valves per Cylinder 4 4
Power 75 140
Torque 200 320
Fuel System Common Rail Direct Injection Direct Injection
Top Speed 145 185
0-100 km/h 18.0 9.8
Power @ RPM 3600 rpm -
Torque @ RPM 1800 rpm -
Turbocharger Turbocharged -

Final Verdict

🏆 Ford Territory wins with 68 pts vs 38 pts for Hiace Ses'fikile

In structured scoring, Territory emerges as the stronger overall package. However, Hiace Ses'fikile may appeal to buyers prioritising different factors. Ultimately, the right choice depends on your driving priorities in South Africa.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Based on structured category scoring, Territory performs better overall in South Africa. However, final choice depends on driving priorities.

Hiace Ses'fikile scores 7 while Territory scores 8 in efficiency. Real-world mileage may vary based on driving conditions.

In safety scoring, Hiace Ses'fikile scores 6 and Territory scores 18. Both offer competitive safety packages in this segment.

Hiace Ses'fikile scores 12 versus Territory scoring 16. Warranty coverage and ownership value influence this result.

Practicality scoring gives Hiace Ses'fikile 6 and Territory 13, reflecting cabin space and usability.

Performance category shows Hiace Ses'fikile scoring 7 compared to Territory scoring 13, indicating stronger overtaking capability.

While resale depends on market demand, ownership and brand positioning suggest Territory may hold stronger long-term value.

Off-road suitability depends on drivetrain and ground clearance. Refer to the full specification comparison for detailed technical differences.

Efficiency and ownership categories influence running costs. Territory performs slightly stronger overall in structured scoring.

Value depends on feature set, performance and ownership coverage. Structured comparison gives Territory the overall advantage.

Detailed Comparison Analysis

The comparison between Hiace Ses'fikile and Territory in South Africa evaluates performance, efficiency, safety, practicality and long-term ownership value.

Performance: Hiace Ses'fikile scores 7 vs 13.

Efficiency: Hiace Ses'fikile scores 7 vs 8.

Safety: Hiace Ses'fikile scores 6 vs 18.

Practicality: Hiace Ses'fikile scores 6 vs 13.

Ownership: Hiace Ses'fikile scores 12 vs 16.

Final structured scoring gives Territory the advantage in this comparison.