2006 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2013 Acura MDX

To start off, 2013 Acura MDX is newer by 7 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 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.

Because 2013 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2013 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. 2013 Acura MDX 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. 2013 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Pontiac Solstice 2013 Acura MDX
Make Pontiac Acura
Model Solstice MDX
Year Released 2006 2013
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2376 cc 3700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 300 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 87.9 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 97.8 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual 6-speed automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4867 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2238 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1733 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 12.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 79 L


 

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