2009 Hyundai i30 vs. 1999 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i30 is newer by 10 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 121 kg more than 1999 Toyota Picnic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai i30 | 1999 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
| Model | i30 | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1456 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.5 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
