2004 Kia Rio vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2004 Kia Rio 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Kia Rio. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2004 Kia Rio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Kia Rio. 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (178 Nm) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Kia Rio. (141 Nm). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Kia Rio.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Kia Rio | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Rio | Picnic |
Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 141 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |