2007 Opel Antara vs. 2002 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2007 Opel Antara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Solstice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Solstice would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Solstice (240 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2007 Opel Antara. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Antara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Antara weights approximately 537 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 2007 Opel Antara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Opel Antara 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, 2007 Opel Antara (320 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Solstice. (305 Nm). This means 2007 Opel Antara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Antara | 2002 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Antara | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1855 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
