2002 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2011 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G37 is newer by 9 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
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, 2011 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. (305 Nm). This means 2011 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. 2011 Infiniti G37 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. 2011 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Solstice | 2011 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Pontiac | Infiniti |
Model | Solstice | G37 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4655 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2850 mm |