2009 BMW 328 vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, both 2009 BMW 328 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 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 328. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 328 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 2009 BMW 328 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 BMW 328 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 Pontiac Solstice (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 328.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 328 | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 328 | Solstice |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 49 L |