2000 Pininfarina Rossa vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pininfarina Rossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pininfarina Rossa would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Pininfarina Rossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (485 HP) has 308 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
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, 2000 Pininfarina Rossa (570 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm). This means 2000 Pininfarina Rossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pininfarina Rossa | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Pininfarina | Pontiac |
| Model | Rossa | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 485 HP | 177 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |
