2007 Hyundai Tucson vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2007 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 8 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Solara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Solara (190 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 225 kg more than 1999 Toyota Solara.
Because 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2007 Hyundai Tucson 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, 1999 Toyota Solara (290 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Tucson. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Tucson.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Hyundai Tucson | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Hyundai | Toyota |
Model | Tucson | Solara |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 83.1 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2680 mm |