2008 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2007 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 1 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 56 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C. (121 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz C.
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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mercedes-Benz C | 2007 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | C | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2148 cc | 2398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 121 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 49 L |
