2008 Honda CR-V vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Honda CR-V 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 39 more horse power than 2008 Honda CR-V. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda CR-V weights approximately 261 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 2008 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda CR-V 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, 2008 Honda CR-V (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda CR-V | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | CR-V | Solstice |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2399 cc |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 341 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.1 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1608 kg | 1347 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 49 L |