1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,874 cc, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (217 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 660 kg more than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (305 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Sunfire | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 2874 cc |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1900 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
