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 2,382 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz C (181 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (171 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 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 104 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
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 (240 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (167 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.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz C | 2009 Pontiac Solstice | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | C | Solstice |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2382 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 49 L |