2004 Audi Allroad vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Audi Allroad. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Audi Allroad would be higher. At 4,163 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Audi Allroad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Audi Allroad (300 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 2004 Audi Allroad is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Audi Allroad 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, 2004 Audi Allroad (380 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Audi Allroad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Audi Allroad | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | Allroad | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4163 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
