2005 Honda Civic vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (104 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Civic.
Because 2008 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 2008 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Civic, 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, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (153 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Civic | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Civic | Solstice |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |