2001 Ford Mustang vs. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Mustang (265 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Mustang weights approximately 230 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Ford Mustang (414 Nm) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2001 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Ford Mustang | 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Mustang | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4599 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1485 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 53 L |