2009 Toyota Tundra vs. 2012 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2012 Kia Picanto is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Tundra (234 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 2012 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2012 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 480 kg more than 2012 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Kia Picanto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (266 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Picanto. (94 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Toyota Tundra | 2012 Kia Picanto | |
Make | Toyota | Kia |
Model | Tundra | Picanto |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 266 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2380 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 35 L |