1997 Mazda MPV vs. 2003 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2003 Toyota Solara is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Mazda MPV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Mazda MPV. (146 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mazda MPV weights approximately 327 kg more than 2003 Toyota Solara.
Because 1997 Mazda MPV 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 1997 Mazda MPV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Solara, 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, 1997 Mazda MPV (228 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Mazda MPV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Mazda MPV | 2003 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | MPV | Solara |
Year Released | 1997 | 2003 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2954 cc | 2437 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1395 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2680 mm |