2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-V is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Toyota Picnic (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Honda HR-V. (122 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 18 kg more than 2008 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Honda HR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Toyota Picnic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda HR-V 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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda HR-V. (144 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda HR-V | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Honda | Toyota |
Model | HR-V | Picnic |
Year Released | 2008 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1317 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 70 L |