2002 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 7 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta, 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 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (177 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Solstice | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Solstice | Jetta |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2580 mm |
