2002 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2013 Nissan Z
To start off, 2013 Nissan Z is newer by 11 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), 2013 Nissan Z is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Z (327 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Z should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Z weights approximately 255 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Nissan Z (366 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. (305 Nm). This means 2013 Nissan Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Solstice | 2013 Nissan Z | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Solstice | Z |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
| 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 | 327 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1318 kg | 1573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4246 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1845 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1326 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2550 mm |
