2005 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 765 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (454 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (167 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | Solstice |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 167 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2094 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 49 L |