1992 Jaguar XJ220 vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 365 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Jaguar | Pontiac |
| Model | XJ220 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3492 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 542 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 642 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2420 mm |
