2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2008 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2008 Toyota Hilux is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Picanto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Picanto would be higher. At 2,982 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Hilux (169 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 992 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 2008 Toyota Hilux is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Kia Picanto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Hilux will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Toyota Hilux (343 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 2008 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Picanto | Hilux |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 103 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 5260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 3090 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 80 L |
