2005 Toyota Tazz vs. 2002 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2005 Toyota Tazz is newer by 3 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, 2002 Toyota Solara (162 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Tazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Solara weights approximately 447 kg more than 2005 Toyota Tazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 Toyota Solara (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Tazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Tazz | 2002 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Toyota | Toyota |
| Model | Tazz | Solara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2438 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 88.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1395 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2680 mm |
