2007 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1995 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Toyota RAV4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Toyota RAV4 would be higher. At 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (126 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Because 1995 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Toyota RAV4 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 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Toyota RAV4. (172 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Solstice | 1995 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Solstice | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
