2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2008 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac Solstice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac Solstice would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Solstice. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 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. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2008 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | TrailBlazer | Solstice |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 260 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 49 L |