2008 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 3,342 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 273 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Because 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Picnic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (306 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Santa Fe | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3342 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
