2006 Ford Fiesta 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 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Fiesta 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 104 more horse power than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Because 2009 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 2009 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Fiesta. (106 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fiesta | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Fiesta | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
