1999 Toyota Solara vs. 2010 Brilliance BS6
To start off, 2010 Brilliance BS6 is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2010 Brilliance BS6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Brilliance BS6. 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, 1999 Toyota Solara (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Brilliance BS6. (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Brilliance BS6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Toyota Solara | 2010 Brilliance BS6 | |
| Make | Toyota | Brilliance |
| Model | Solara | BS6 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2800 mm |
