2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 3 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (260 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1413 kg more than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (353 Nm @ 5300 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. 2012 Lincoln Navigator 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. 2012 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Pontiac | Lincoln |
| Model | Solstice | Navigator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3327 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 127 L |
