2006 Kia Picanto vs. 1996 Toyota Cresta
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Cresta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Cresta would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Cresta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Cresta (217 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Cresta should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 540 kg more than 1996 Toyota Cresta.
Because 1996 Toyota Cresta is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Toyota Cresta. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Picanto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Cresta (294 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (100 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Cresta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Kia Picanto | 1996 Toyota Cresta | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Picanto | Cresta |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 294 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 86 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |