2002 Renault Ellypse vs. 2000 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2002 Renault Ellypse is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2002 Renault Ellypse. (98 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2002 Renault Ellypse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 355 kg more than 2002 Renault Ellypse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Renault Ellypse (191 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm). This means 2002 Renault Ellypse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Picnic. 2002 Renault Ellypse has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Renault Ellypse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Renault Ellypse | 2000 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Renault | Toyota |
| Model | Ellypse | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |
