2006 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Lumina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Lumina would be higher. At 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2006 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina has automatic transmission and 2008 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2008 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Lumina will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Lumina | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Lumina | Solstice |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 470 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |