2000 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 31 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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 Mitsubishi Lancer (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer has automatic transmission and 2000 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Sunfire | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sunfire | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
