2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2009 Pontiac G5
To start off, both 2009 Pontiac Solstice and 2009 Pontiac G5 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac G5. (153 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac G5.
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, 2009 Pontiac G5, 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, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac G5. (150 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac G5.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Solstice | 2009 Pontiac G5 | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Solstice | G5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2189 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |