2008 Honda Stream vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Honda Stream. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Honda Stream would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2008 Honda Stream. (154 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Stream. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Stream weights approximately 143 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 2009 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 2009 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Honda Stream, 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, 2008 Honda Stream (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Honda Stream | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Stream | Solstice |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1332 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |