2007 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 203 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 2009 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 2009 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord, 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (190 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Solstice |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2383 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1532 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 49 L |