Pontiac vs. Mazda
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Pontiac and Mazda 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 Pontiac and Mazda cars.
When comparing the Pontiac brand to the Mazda brand, Pontiac has the advantage in the area of used car pricing. Mazda has the advantage in the areas of horsepower, fuel efficiency and variety of models offered.
Pontiac versus Mazda: Pricing and Value: Pontiac has a lower used vehicle starting price in 1 out of 1 comparisons. The lower overall prices for Pontiac, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Pontiac the overall advantage over Mazda.
Pontiac versus Mazda: Horsepower and Fuel Efficiency: Mazda vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 1 out of 1 model comparisons. Mazda offers higher MPG for its vehicles in their base trim in 1 out of 1 comparisons.
Pontiac versus Mazda: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings:
Available Body Styles: Pontiac offers In comparison, Mazda offers 8 SUVs, 1 sedan, 2 convertibles, and 1 hatchback.
Drivetrain Options: Pontiac offers . Mazda offers 8 gasoline vehicles, 1 hybrid, and 2 plug-in hybrids.
Pontiac offers . Mazda offers 9 all-wheel-drive models, 1 front-wheel-drive model, and 2 rear-wheel-drive models.
New Car Pricing
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
Not Yet Available
New Car Pricing
Mazda MX-5 Miata
$31,130 - $39,871
Used Car Pricing
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
$6,256 - $19,991
Used Car Pricing
Mazda MX-5 Miata
$28,131 - $38,700
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
Not Yet Available
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Mazda MX-5 Miata
36.3%
Horsepower / Torque
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
173 hp / 167 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
Mazda MX-5 Miata
181 hp / 151 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
19 / 25 / 21
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Mazda MX-5 Miata
26 / 34 / 29
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
Not available
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Mazda MX-5 Miata
8.8 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Mazda MX-5 Miata
8.9 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Mazda MX-5 Miata
Not available
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Pontiac Solstice (convertible)
Not available
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Mazda MX-5 Miata
8.7 / 10
