2007 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2005 Volvo XC70
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volvo XC70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volvo XC70 would be higher. At 2,435 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 Volvo XC70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volvo XC70 (208 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volvo XC70 should accelerate faster than 2007 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 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, 2005 Volvo XC70 (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2005 Volvo XC70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Solstice | 2005 Volvo XC70 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Solstice | XC70 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 93.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 70 L |
