1999 Toyota Solara vs. 2013 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Elantra is newer by 14 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 2,164 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Elantra (146 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Elantra should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 75 kg more than 2013 Hyundai Elantra.
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 (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. (178 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Elantra. 2013 Hyundai Elantra has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Elantra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Toyota Solara | 2013 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
Model | Solara | Elantra |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 1797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 199 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2750 mm |