2009 Buick Enclave vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2009 Buick Enclave is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Picnic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Picnic would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Buick Enclave is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Buick Enclave (285 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Buick Enclave should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Picnic.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Buick Enclave (270 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Buick Enclave will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic. 2009 Buick Enclave has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Picnic has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Picnic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Buick Enclave will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Buick Enclave | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Enclave | Picnic |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 270 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 70 L |