2008 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2004 Renault Clio
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Renault Clio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Renault Clio would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Renault Clio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Clio (251 HP @ 7150 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac Solstice.
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, 2004 Renault Clio (300 Nm @ 4650 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Clio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Pontiac Solstice | 2004 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Solstice | Clio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2401 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7150 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4650 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2480 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
