1999 Toyota Solara vs. 2010 Honda Accord

To start off, 2010 Honda Accord 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord (177 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Accord weights approximately 73 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, 2010 Honda Accord (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Toyota Solara 2010 Honda Accord
Make Toyota Honda
Model Solara Accord
Year Released 1999 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2164 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 133 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 199 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1380 kg 1453 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1847 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2799 mm


 

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