2007 Kia Picanto vs. 1999 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2007 Kia Picanto 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 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 69 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Solara should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Solara weights approximately 452 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. 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, 1999 Toyota Solara (199 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Solara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Kia Picanto | 1999 Toyota Solara | |
Make | Kia | Toyota |
Model | Picanto | Solara |
Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2164 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 99 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2680 mm |