2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 4 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 5,406 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1875 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 2000 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Picnic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic. 2000 Ford Excursion 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. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Excursion | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Excursion | Picnic |
Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5406 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 167 L | 70 L |