2001 Honda S-MX vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda S-MX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda S-MX would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Honda S-MX. (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda S-MX.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Honda S-MX | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | S-MX | Solstice |
Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2420 mm |