Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan 350Z | Pontiac Solstice | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6800 268 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2500 |
|
Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 95.1 in | 9.2 in |
Length | 169.8 in | 157.2 in | 12.6 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 71.3 in | 0.2 in |
Height | 52.1 in | 50.9 in | 1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3344 lb. | 3046 lb. | 298 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 13.0 gal. | 7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.5 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 52.4 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 50.6 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.7 in | -0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 42.6 in (over 1 rows) | 42.7 in (over 1 rows) | -0.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 6.8 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
lots of room in front seats see full Nissan 350Z review |
2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hatch 332-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
It was a two seater, and I enjoy driving with people around. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very cramped, not designed for very long rides. Not for tall people. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
NO rear seat, limited hatch space see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
There was no rear seat. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There are no rear seats in this vehicle. Was considering a 2 seater, but wife was not impressed so obtaining approval from that quarter would have been difficult. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2009 Pontiac Solstice Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed automatic RWD |
No extra room. Tall or overweight people need not apply. see full Pontiac Solstice review |
2008 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 260hp 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
(Driver) No room. Car is not for regular sized people. see full Pontiac Solstice review |