2001 Toyota Tundra vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Picnic.
Because 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra. 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 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic. 2001 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Toyota Tundra | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tundra | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 245 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
