2004 Fiat Panda vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda 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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (254 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
| Model | Panda | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 49 L |
