2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, both 2009 Pontiac Solstice and 2009 Subaru Forester were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (287 HP) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 221 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Solstice | Forester |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 287 HP | 145 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1550 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
