1999 Toyota Picnic vs. 2010 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Express is newer by 11 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1067 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 2010 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 2010 Chevrolet Express. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Chevrolet Express (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic. 2010 Chevrolet Express 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. 2010 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Picnic | 2010 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Toyota | Chevrolet |
| Model | Picnic | Express |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1987 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 2402 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2017 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 2073 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
