2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Pontiac Solstice were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Audi A4 (178 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (171 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A4 weights approximately 261 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Audi A4 (370 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. 2009 Pontiac Solstice has automatic transmission and 2009 Audi A4 has manual transmission. 2009 Audi A4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Pontiac Solstice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Audi | Pontiac |
Model | A4 | Solstice |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2382 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 178 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |