2007 Pontiac Solstice vs. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 2,799 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Solstice.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL (271 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL has automatic transmission and 2007 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2007 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Solstice | 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Solstice | SL |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 80 L |
