2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4.
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 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 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 2006 BMW Z4.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW Z4 | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | Z4 | Solstice |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
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 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 | 5.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |