1999 Buick Century vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Buick Century. (165 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1999 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Buick Century weights approximately 191 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 2009 Pontiac Solstice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Buick Century, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Buick Century (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Buick Century | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Century | Solstice |
Year Released | 1999 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 2382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 49 L |