2005 Ford Mustang vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mustang (202 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mustang 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, 2005 Ford Mustang (326 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mustang | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Mustang | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |
