2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, both 2009 Hyundai Sonata 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 173 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2009 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 2009 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Sonata, 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
Model | Sonata | Solstice |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 173 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 168 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |