1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 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 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Sunfire | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2475 cc | 2493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 156 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
