2002 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2006 Pagani Zonda
To start off, 2006 Pagani Zonda is newer by 4 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 7,300 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Pagani Zonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pagani Zonda (547 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pagani Zonda should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 88 kg more than 2006 Pagani Zonda.
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 Pagani Zonda (759 Nm) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. (305 Nm). This means 2006 Pagani Zonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Solstice | 2006 Pagani Zonda | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pagani |
| Model | Solstice | Zonda |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 7300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 547 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4435 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 2055 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1141 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
