1999 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2005 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Forenza (126 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Forenza should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Forenza weights approximately 112 kg more than 1999 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, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | 2005 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Sunfire | Forenza |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1312 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
