1996 Nissan Cefiro vs. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, both 1996 Nissan Cefiro and 1996 Pontiac Sunfire were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Nissan Cefiro weights approximately 224 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 1996 Nissan Cefiro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Nissan Cefiro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. 1996 Nissan Cefiro has automatic transmission and 1996 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Nissan Cefiro will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Nissan Cefiro | 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Cefiro | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 114 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
