2006 Ford Freestar vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar is newer by 8 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Freestar weights approximately 517 kg more than 1998 Toyota Picnic. 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, 2006 Ford Freestar (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic. 2006 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Freestar | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Ford | Toyota |
| Model | Freestar | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3900 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 70 L |
