2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire, 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 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Sunfire | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Sunfire | Solstice |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 49 L |