2009 Pontiac Solstice vs. 2013 Dodge DURANGO
To start off, 2013 Dodge DURANGO is newer by 4 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge DURANGO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (355 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (173 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge DURANGO should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge DURANGO weights approximately 1089 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, 2013 Dodge DURANGO (529 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. (226 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge DURANGO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Solstice. 2013 Dodge DURANGO 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. 2013 Dodge DURANGO will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Solstice | 2013 Dodge DURANGO | |
| Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
| Model | Solstice | DURANGO |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2383 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| 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 | 2418 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2172 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1801 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 3042 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 16.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 93 L |
