2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (93 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Solstice | 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Solstice | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 181 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 30 L |