Pontiac Solstice vs. Saturn SKY
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Pontiac Solstice and Saturn SKY 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 Pontiac Solstice and the Saturn SKY.
In comparing the Pontiac Solstice's and the Saturn SKY's specifications and ratings, The Saturn SKY has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Pontiac Solstice and Saturn SKY have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Pontiac Solstice's and the Saturn SKY's specifications and ratings, the Saturn SKY is a better car than the Pontiac Solstice.
Pricing: A used 2009 Pontiac Solstice ranges from $7,980 to $20,700 while a used 2009 Saturn SKY is priced between $7,435 to $21,999.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the Pontiac Solstice and the Saturn SKY makes 173 horsepower. Both the Solstice and the SKY are rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 325 miles. Both models use gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison: The Pontiac Solstice and Saturn SKY are comparable in regards to interior volume, front leg room, and cargo space.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$24,275
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$27,595
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$13,767
Price Range:
$7,980 - $20,700
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
20
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
62,477
# Good or Great Deals:
6
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$14,575
Price Range:
$7,435 - $21,999
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
9
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
54,821
# Good or Great Deals:
3
Pontiac Solstice Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Saturn SKY Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Pontiac Solstice
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 Saturn SKY
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.8
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
2.3
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Pontiac Solstice Rankings
Not yet available
Saturn SKY Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Pontiac Solstice Trim Levels
Base, GXP, Street Edition
Saturn SKY Trim Levels
Base, Hydro Blue LE, Red Line, Red Line Hydro Blue LE, Red Line Ruby Red SE, Ruby Red SE
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
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
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
173 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
167 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
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):
247 / 325 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):
247 / 325 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Voice Recognition:
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
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated 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
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Voice Recognition:
N/A
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
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated 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
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
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:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.7 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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.4 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:
5.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
50.0 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2933 lbs
Width:
71.4 inches
Height:
50.2 inches
Length:
161.1 inches
Wheelbase:
95.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Mysterious
Blue
Deep / Fresh
Gray
Sly
Green
Envious
Orange
Brazen
Red
Aggresive / Wicked
Silver
Cool
White
Pure
Yellow
Mean
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Onyx
Blue
Evening Blue
Gray
Techno Gray
Green
Forest Green
Orange
Not available
Red
Chili Pepper Red / Ruby Red
Silver
Silver Pearl
White
Polar White
Yellow
Sunburst Yellow
Interior Colors
Black
Ebony / Ebony / Sand
Brown
Not available
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Brown
Tan
Red
Red
