2002 Toyota Solara vs. 2011 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2011 Hyundai H1 is newer by 9 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Solara.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 224 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Toyota Solara | 2011 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Toyota | Hyundai |
| Model | Solara | H1 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2438 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.5 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3210 mm |
