1998 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2001 Tata Indica
To start off, 2001 Tata Indica is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2001 Tata Indica. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2001 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 270 kg more than 2001 Tata Indica. 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, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Tata Indica. (106 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Pontiac Sunfire | 2001 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Pontiac | Tata |
| Model | Sunfire | Indica |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
