1996 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1999 Toyota Picnic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 170 kg more than 1999 Toyota Picnic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Dodge Intrepid (305 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic. 1996 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Dodge Intrepid | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Dodge | Toyota |
Model | Intrepid | Picnic |
Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3228 cc | 1987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5126 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |