Chrysler Crossfire vs. Pontiac Solstice
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Chrysler Crossfire and Pontiac Solstice contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Chrysler Crossfire and the Pontiac Solstice.
When comparing the Chrysler Crossfire's and the Pontiac Solstice's specifications and ratings, the Chrysler Crossfire has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Pontiac Solstice has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Chrysler Crossfire's and the Pontiac Solstice's specifications and ratings, the Pontiac Solstice is a better car than the Chrysler Crossfire.
Pricing: A used 2008 Chrysler Crossfire ranges from $8,220 to $21,448 while a used 2008 Pontiac Solstice is priced between $6,994 to $17,952.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Chrysler Crossfire’s base engine makes 215 horsepower, and the Pontiac Solstice base engine makes 173 horsepower. The Crossfire is rated to deliver an average of 18 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 366 miles. The Solstice is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 340 miles.This gives the Pontiac Solstice the advantage in fuel efficiency and the Chrysler Crossfire the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Pontiac Solstice has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room and front leg room. The Chrysler Crossfire has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$39,130
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$22,165
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$14,613
Price Range:
$8,220 - $21,448
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
11
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
41,599
# Good or Great Deals:
4
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$12,398
Price Range:
$6,994 - $17,952
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
51
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
69,912
# Good or Great Deals:
14
Chrysler Crossfire Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Pontiac Solstice Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Chrysler Crossfire
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Pontiac Solstice
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.4
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.5
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Chrysler Crossfire Rankings
Not yet available
Pontiac Solstice Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Chrysler Crossfire Trim Levels
Limited
Pontiac Solstice Trim Levels
Base, GXP, SCCA SSB Champion Edition, SCCA T2 Champion Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
215 hp @ 5700 rpm
Torque:
229 foot-lbs @ 3000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.068 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
173 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
167 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 23 / 18
Range (city/hwy):
239 / 366 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 25 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
258 / 340 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Power outlet:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
6.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
48.6 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
52.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
5.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
50.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3140 lbs
Width:
69.5 inches
Height:
51.8 inches
Length:
159.8 inches
Wheelbase:
94.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.9 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2860 lbs
Width:
71.3 inches
Height:
50.1 inches
Length:
157.2 inches
Wheelbase:
95.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
Not yet available
Wheel Type:
Not yet available
Tire Size:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Clearcoat
Blue
Aero Blue Pearlcoat / Sapphire Silver Blue Metallic Clearcoat
Gold
Oyster Gold Metallic Clearcoat
Gray
Machine Gray Clearcoat
Red
Blaze Red Crystal Pearlcoat
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic Clearcoat
Yellow
Classic Yellow Clearcoat
Green
Not available
Orange
Not available
White
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Mysterious
Blue
Deep
Gold
Not available
Gray
Sly
Red
Aggresive
Silver
Cool
Yellow
Mean
Green
Envious
Orange
Brazen
White
Pure
Interior Colors
Gray
Dark Slate Gray / Dark Slate Gray/Cedar / Dark Slate Gray/Medium Slate Gray / Dark Slate Gray/Vanilla
Black
Not available
Interior Colors
Gray
Not available
Black
Ebony / Ebony / Sand