1999 Ford Puma vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Puma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Puma would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1999 Ford Puma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Puma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 190 kg more than 1999 Ford Puma. 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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Puma. (125 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Puma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Puma | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Puma | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1388 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |
