1999 Pontiac Salsa vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Salsa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Salsa would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (210 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 315 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (298 Nm) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Salsa. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Salsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Salsa | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Salsa | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1499 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1515 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
