2006 Chevrolet Kalos vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Kalos is newer by 10 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 55 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 305 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. 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 @ 4400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos. (104 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Kalos.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Kalos | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Kalos | Picnic |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1150 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 104 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 152 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2740 mm |