2000 Fiat Coupe vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Because 2008 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 2008 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe, 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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (254 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Coupe | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Coupe | Solstice |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1746 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 164 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |