2006 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 4 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 2,399 cc, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Because 2006 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 2006 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Tata Indigo, 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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Solstice | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Solstice | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1405 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 42 L |
