2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2008 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Solstice is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Subaru Justy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Subaru Justy 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 2008 Subaru Justy. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Justy.
Because 2008 Subaru Justy 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, 2008 Subaru Justy 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Subaru Justy. (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Subaru Justy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 2008 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Solstice | Justy |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1326 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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 41 L |
