2007 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2011 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2011 Kia Cee'd is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Pontiac Solstice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Pontiac Solstice 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 39 more horse power than 2011 Kia Cee'd. (138 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2011 Kia Cee'd, 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, 2011 Kia Cee'd (305 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Pontiac Solstice | 2011 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Pontiac | Kia |
Model | Solstice | Cee'd |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2398 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 53 L |