2006 Chrysler Pacifica vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 7 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 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler Pacifica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Solara. (190 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 564 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.
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, 2006 Chrysler Pacifica (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Solara. (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Solara. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica has automatic transmission and 1999 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 1999 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler Pacifica | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Chrysler | Toyota |
| Model | Pacifica | Solara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2024 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2680 mm |
