1996 Toyota Picnic vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 403 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. 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 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Toyota Picnic | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Picnic | Echo |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
