1996 Toyota Picnic vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 14 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 BMW 118 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 118 (143 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 118 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 118 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1996 Toyota Picnic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW 118 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 118. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 118 (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 118 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Toyota Picnic | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Toyota | BMW |
Model | Picnic | 118 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 181 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |