2002 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2004 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2004 Opel Frontera is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Solstice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Solstice would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Opel Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2004 Opel Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Opel Frontera weights approximately 402 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 2004 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Opel Frontera 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, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (305 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Opel Frontera. (290 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Opel Frontera. 2004 Opel Frontera has automatic transmission and 2002 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2002 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Opel Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Solstice | 2004 Opel Frontera | |
| Make | Pontiac | Opel |
| Model | Solstice | Frontera |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2470 mm |
