1997 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 777 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Honda Pilot (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. 2011 Honda Pilot has automatic transmission and 1997 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 1997 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Sunfire | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Sunfire | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2774 mm |
