2009 Kia Picanto vs. 2006 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Kia Picanto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,086 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Picanto is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Aygo (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Aygo should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Aygo weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Kia Picanto. 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 Kia Picanto (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Picanto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Picanto | 2006 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Kia | Toyota |
| Model | Picanto | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 15.1 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 35 L |
