1999 Toyota Solara 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 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara. 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 (325 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Solara | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Solara | Camry |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2164 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2610 mm |
