2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice

To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (287 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 812 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.

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. 2009 Chevrolet Express has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Express will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Express 2009 Pontiac Solstice
Make Chevrolet Pontiac
Model Express Solstice
Year Released 2009 2009
Body Type Van Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 301 HP 287 HP
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 9.2:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 2141 kg 1329 kg
Fuel Consumption Highway 14.7 L/100km 8.4 L/100km


 

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