1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Express (197 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 990 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 1997 Chevrolet Express 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 1997 Chevrolet Express. 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, 1997 Chevrolet Express (339 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic. 1997 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Express | Picnic |
Year Released | 1997 | 1996 |
Body Type | Van | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2740 mm |