2004 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 GMC Safari would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 GMC Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 GMC Safari (190 HP) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 GMC Safari should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 2004 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari 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 GMC Safari (339 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm). This means 2004 GMC Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 GMC Safari | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Safari | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 173 HP |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 49 L |
