2001 Porsche Carrera GT vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 5,500 cc (10 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (276 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Picnic.
Because 2001 Porsche Carrera GT 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 2001 Porsche Carrera GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 2001 Porsche Carrera GT (602 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche Carrera GT | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Porsche | Toyota |
| Model | Carrera GT | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5500 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 602 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
