2008 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 770 kg more than 1999 Toyota Picnic.
Because 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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 Terracan 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 Terracan (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (210 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic. 2008 Hyundai Terracan 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 Terracan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Hyundai Terracan | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | Terracan | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2901 cc | 2184 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 90 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
