2004 Ford Freestyle vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2004 Ford Freestyle is newer by 8 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 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Freestyle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Freestyle (203 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Freestyle should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Freestyle weights approximately 525 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 2004 Ford Freestyle 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, 2004 Ford Freestyle 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, 2004 Ford Freestyle (281 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Freestyle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Freestyle | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Ford | Toyota |
Model | Freestyle | Picnic |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Crossover | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 203 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 281 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2740 mm |