2007 Kia Picanto vs. 1998 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Paseo would be higher. At 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Paseo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Paseo (89 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Paseo should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Picanto weights approximately 8 kg more than 1998 Toyota Paseo.
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, 1998 Toyota Paseo (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Paseo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto. 2007 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Paseo has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Paseo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Picanto | 1998 Toyota Paseo | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Picanto | Paseo |
Year Released | 2007 | 1998 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |