2001 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 2,399 cc, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. (134 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 188 kg more 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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E. (190 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercedes-Benz E | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | E | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.7 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1535 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2420 mm |
