2008 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2005 BMW 645

To start off, 2008 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 645. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 645 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 645 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 645 (338 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 645 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, 2005 BMW 645 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 645 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. 2005 BMW 645 has automatic transmission and 2008 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2008 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 645 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Pontiac Solstice 2005 BMW 645
Make Pontiac BMW
Model Solstice 645
Year Released 2008 2005
Body Type Convertible Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1999 cc 4390 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 338 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 439 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 70 L


 

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