2002 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touran
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touran is newer by 6 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (149 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Touran weights approximately 191 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touran, 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 105 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Touran. (200 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Touran.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Solstice | 2008 Volkswagen Touran | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Solstice | Touran |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1509 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
