1999 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2010 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 11 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, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. (89 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 43 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Polo. 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, 2010 Volkswagen Polo (230 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | 2010 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunfire | Polo |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1682 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1462 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
