2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2010 Fiat Multipla
To start off, 2010 Fiat Multipla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Pontiac Solstice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Pontiac Solstice 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 71 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Multipla. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Multipla.
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, 2010 Fiat Multipla, 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 (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Multipla. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Multipla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 2010 Fiat Multipla | |
| Make | Pontiac | Fiat |
| Model | Solstice | Multipla |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 63 L |
