2003 Ford Mustang vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice

To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Mustang (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2003 Ford Mustang (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (254 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Solstice.

Compare all specifications:

2003 Ford Mustang 2008 Pontiac Solstice
Make Ford Pontiac
Model Mustang Solstice
Year Released 2003 2008
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4599 cc 2399 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 400 HP 173 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 556 Nm 254 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.5:1 10.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4660 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1360 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2580 mm 2420 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 49 L


 

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