2009 Mercedes-Benz C vs. 2009 Pontiac Solstice
To start off, both 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 6,208 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (451 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 426 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. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C 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 Mercedes-Benz C will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | C | Solstice |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6208 cc | 2383 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 451 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2420 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 49 L |
