2006 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2007 Renault Clio
To start off, 2007 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Solstice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Solstice would be higher. At 2,376 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2007 Renault Clio. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2007 Renault Clio.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Renault Clio. (151 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Solstice | 2007 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Solstice | Clio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2376 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |
