Nissan vs. Pontiac
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Nissan and Pontiac contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Nissan and Pontiac cars.
When comparing the Nissan brand to the Pontiac brand, Nissan has the advantage in the area of variety of models offered. Pontiac has the advantage in the areas of used car pricing and horsepower.
Nissan versus Pontiac: Pricing and Value: Pontiac has lower used vehicle starting prices in 2 out of 2 vehicle comparisons.
Nissan versus Pontiac: Horsepower and Fuel Efficiency: Pontiac vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 1 out of 2 model comparisons, with Nissan offering more horsepower in 1 comparisons. Pontiac offers higher MPG for its vehicles in their base trim in 1 out of 2 comparisons.
Nissan versus Pontiac: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings:
Available Body Styles: Nissan offers 6 SUVs, 4 sedans, 2 coupes, and 1 hatchback. In comparison, Pontiac offers
Drivetrain Options: Nissan offers 14 gasoline vehicles and 2 electric vehicles. Pontiac offers .
Nissan offers 6 all-wheel-drive models, 10 front-wheel-drive models, and 1 rear-wheel-drive model. Pontiac offers .
New Car Pricing
Nissan 350Z (convertible)
Not Yet Available
Nissan Versa
$18,070 - $22,500
New Car Pricing
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
Not Yet Available
Pontiac Vibe
Not Yet Available
Used Car Pricing
Nissan 350Z (convertible)
$9,500 - $18,545
Nissan Versa
$17,762 - $22,970
Used Car Pricing
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
$7,980 - $20,700
Pontiac Vibe
$3,515 - $10,997
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Nissan 350Z (convertible)
Not Yet Available
Nissan Versa
30.9%
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
Not Yet Available
Pontiac Vibe
Not Yet Available
Horsepower / Torque
Nissan 350Z (convertible)
306 hp / 268 foot-lbs
Nissan Versa
122 hp / 114 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
173 hp / 167 foot-lbs
Pontiac Vibe
132 hp / 128 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Nissan 350Z (convertible)
17 / 24 / 20
Nissan Versa
27 / 35 / 30
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
19 / 25 / 21
Pontiac Vibe
26 / 32 / 28
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Nissan 350Z (convertible)
Not available
Nissan Versa
8.6 / 10
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
Not available
Pontiac Vibe
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Nissan 350Z (convertible)
Not available
Nissan Versa
7.7 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
Not available
Pontiac Vibe
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Nissan 350Z (convertible)
Not available
Nissan Versa
9.5 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
Not available
Pontiac Vibe
Not available
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Nissan 350Z (convertible)
Not available
Nissan Versa
8.6 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
Not available
Pontiac Vibe
Not available
