2002 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2012 BMW 116
To start off, 2012 BMW 116 is newer by 10 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 124 more horse power than 2012 BMW 116. (116 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 116 weights approximately 67 kg more 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, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (305 Nm) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 116. (260 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Solstice | 2012 BMW 116 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Solstice | 116 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4324 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1421 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2690 mm |
