2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom would be higher. At 6,749 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom (455 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 1166 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, 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom (720 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 2007 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Solstice | Phantom |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 6749 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 455 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5350 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 15.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 100 L |
