2009 BMW X3 vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 13 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic.
Because 2009 BMW X3 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, 2009 BMW X3 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, 2009 BMW X3 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 402 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Toyota Picnic. 2009 BMW X3 has automatic transmission and 1996 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1996 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 BMW X3 | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | X3 | Picnic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2740 mm |