2005 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2005 BMW Z4. (141 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 4 kg more than 2005 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW Z4. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW Z4 | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | Z4 | Solstice |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |