2008 Hyundai Atos vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, both 2008 Hyundai Atos and 2008 Pontiac Solstice were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Because 2008 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 2008 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Atos, 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 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Hyundai Atos | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Atos | Solstice |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1086 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 58 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 5450 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 49 L |