2006 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2011 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2011 Jeep Patriot 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (172 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
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 Jeep Patriot, 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jeep Patriot. (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jeep Patriot.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac Solstice | 2011 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
Model | Solstice | Patriot |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2376 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1758 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1697 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 51 L |