2006 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2011 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2011 Dodge Caliber 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 2,399 cc, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2011 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Caliber weights approximately 19 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, 2011 Dodge Caliber, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Dodge Caliber. (191 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac Solstice | 2011 Dodge Caliber | |
Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
Model | Solstice | Caliber |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2000 cc |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 191 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1366 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 51 L |