2003 Ford Explorer vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 7 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 3,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (158 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 610 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 2003 Ford Explorer 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, 2003 Ford Explorer 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, 2003 Ford Explorer (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Explorer | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Explorer | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3994 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2740 mm |
