2004 Mazda Demio 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 Mazda Demio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda Demio would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2004 Mazda Demio. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2004 Mazda Demio.
Because 2009 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 2009 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Demio, 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda Demio. (101 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda Demio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda Demio | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Demio | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2420 mm |
