2009 Scion xD vs. 1996 Toyota Picnic
To start off, 2009 Scion xD 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 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Toyota Picnic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Scion xD (129 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1996 Toyota Picnic. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1996 Toyota Picnic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Picnic weights approximately 254 kg more than 2009 Scion xD.
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, 1996 Toyota Picnic (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Scion xD. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Picnic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Scion xD.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Scion xD | 1996 Toyota Picnic | |
| Make | Scion | Toyota |
| Model | xD | Picnic |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1798 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2740 mm |
