2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata. (220 Nm). This means 2007 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mazda MX-5 Miata | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | MX-5 Miata | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1835 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2270 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 49 L |
