2002 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2006 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2006 Toyota Camry 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 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Camry. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Camry weights approximately 37 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 2002 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 2002 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Camry, 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, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (305 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Camry. (218 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Camry. 2006 Toyota Camry 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. 2006 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Solstice | 2006 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Solstice | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2730 mm |
