2005 Toyota RAV4 vs. 1999 Toyota Solara

To start off, 2005 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 6 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, 1999 Toyota Solara (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Toyota RAV4. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara.

Because 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 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, 2005 Toyota RAV4 (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Toyota RAV4 1999 Toyota Solara
Make Toyota Toyota
Model RAV4 Solara
Year Released 2005 1999
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1988 cc 2164 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 113 HP 133 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 199 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 4400 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.3 mm 87.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 94 mm 90.9 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.6:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1470 kg 1380 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1740 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1700 mm 1410 mm
Wheelbase Size 2410 mm 2680 mm


 

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