2008 BMW 120 vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 BMW 120 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Solstice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Solstice would be higher. At 2,399 cc, 2006 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2008 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 12 kg more than 2008 BMW 120. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 120 | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 120 | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
