2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2011 Renault Duster
To start off, 2011 Renault Duster is newer by 2 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 2,383 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Solstice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Solstice (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2011 Renault Duster. (104 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Solstice should accelerate faster than 2011 Renault Duster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Pontiac Solstice weights approximately 129 kg more than 2011 Renault Duster. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Renault Duster 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, 2011 Renault Duster 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 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Renault Duster. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Solstice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Renault Duster.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 2011 Renault Duster | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Solstice | Duster |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4315 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1822 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2673 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
