2009 Land Rover Defender vs. 2006 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Defender is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Solstice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Solstice would be higher. At 2,402 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Defender is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Solstice (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Defender. (120 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Defender.
Because 2009 Land Rover Defender is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Defender 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 Land Rover Defender (360 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Solstice. (225 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Defender will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Defender | 2006 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | Defender | Solstice |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2402 cc | 2376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 225 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 87.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 97.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |