2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2010 Honda Ridgeline

To start off, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Ridgeline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 714 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice.

Because 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2010 Honda Ridgeline 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 (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. (247 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Ridgeline. 2010 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac Solstice has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac Solstice will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Pontiac Solstice 2010 Honda Ridgeline
Make Pontiac Honda
Model Solstice Ridgeline
Year Released 2009 2010
Body Type Convertible Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1998 cc 3471 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 260 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5700 RPM
Torque 353 Nm 247 Nm
Torque RPM 5300 RPM 4300 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1329 kg 2043 kg
Vehicle Length 4000 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1980 mm
Vehicle Height 1280 mm 1790 mm
Wheelbase Size 2420 mm 3110 mm
Fuel Consumption 8.4 L/100km 11.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 12.4 L/100km 15.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.7 L/100km 13.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 49 L 42 L


 

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