2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2007 Toyota Quantum
To start off, both 2007 Kia Picanto and 2007 Toyota Quantum were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Quantum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Quantum (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Quantum should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Quantum weights approximately 987 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 2007 Toyota Quantum. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Toyota Quantum (260 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Quantum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto. 2007 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Quantum has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Quantum 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 | 2007 Toyota Quantum | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Picanto | Quantum |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 28.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 2290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3120 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 70 L |
