2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2004 Tata E
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Tata E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Tata E 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 25 more horse power than 2004 Tata E. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2004 Tata E.
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 Pontiac Solstice (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Tata E. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Tata E.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Solstice | 2004 Tata E | |
Make | Pontiac | Tata |
Model | Solstice | E |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2810 mm |