2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 59 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avensis. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2009 Pontiac Solstice is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Pontiac Solstice. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Solstice | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
