2003 Mazda 2 vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2003 Mazda 2 is newer by 5 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2003 Mazda 2. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda 2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 258 kg more than 2003 Mazda 2. 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, 1998 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda 2. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda 2.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Mazda 2 | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | 2 | Picnic |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1338 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |