2002 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (185 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 152 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 2011 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki Kizashi will offer significantly more control. 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Solstice | 2011 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Solstice | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |