2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1998 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,604 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Picnic (126 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2009 Mazda BT-50. (123 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Picnic should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 213 kg more than 2009 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Picnic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 Mazda BT-50 (206 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Picnic. (181 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Picnic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1998 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | BT-50 | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2604 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1338 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
