1999 Toyota Picnic vs. 2008 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2008 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 825 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.
Because 2008 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Picnic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Cayenne will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic. 2008 Porsche Cayenne 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. 2008 Porsche Cayenne will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Picnic | 2008 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Toyota | Porsche |
| Model | Picnic | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6 L/100km | 12.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 100 L |
