2006 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2011 BMW 325
To start off, 2011 BMW 325 is newer by 5 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW 325 (194 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2006 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, 2011 BMW 325 (400 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac Solstice | 2011 BMW 325 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Solstice | 325 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 6.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 61 L |