2007 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2006 Smart ForFour
To start off, 2007 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Smart ForFour. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Smart ForFour 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 102 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForFour. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Because 2007 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 2007 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour, 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, 2007 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForFour. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForFour.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Pontiac Solstice | 2006 Smart ForFour | |
| Make | Pontiac | Smart |
| Model | Solstice | ForFour |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 22 L |
