2006 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2011 Renault Megane
To start off, 2011 Renault Megane 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 66 more horse power than 2011 Renault Megane. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Megane.
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 Renault Megane, 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 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Megane. (152 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Megane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Solstice | 2011 Renault Megane | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Solstice | Megane |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1598 cc |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 79.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| 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 | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
