2005 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 2,654 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 173 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. 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 Hyundai Tucson (241 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Tucson | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Tucson | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2654 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |
