2006 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2010 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2010 Toyota Avensis 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 32 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 37 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
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 Toyota Avensis, 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 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Avensis. 2010 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2006 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2006 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Solstice | 2010 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Solstice | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1998 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1384 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
