2002 Toyota Solara vs. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T
To start off, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 64 kg more than 2004 Volkswagen Concept T.
Because 2004 Volkswagen Concept T is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Toyota Solara. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T 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, 2004 Volkswagen Concept T (320 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Solara. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T has automatic transmission and 2002 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2002 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Volkswagen Concept T will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Solara | 2004 Volkswagen Concept T | |
| Make | Toyota | Volkswagen |
| Model | Solara | Concept T |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 95.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
