2003 Fiat Punto vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (93 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Because 2006 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 2006 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Punto, 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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Fiat Punto. (128 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Punto | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Punto | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 2376 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 49 L |
