2000 Toyota Tundra vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 1 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 340 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.
Because 2000 Toyota Tundra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra will offer significantly more control. 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Tundra | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Toyota | Toyota |
Model | Tundra | Solara |
Year Released | 2000 | 1999 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3400 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 298 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3270 mm | 2680 mm |