2008 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, both 2008 Pontiac Solstice and 2008 Pontiac G6 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac G6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G6. (252 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G6.
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 Pontiac G6, 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 (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6. 2008 Pontiac G6 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. 2008 Pontiac G6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Pontiac Solstice | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Solstice | G6 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1999 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 353 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 62 L |