2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2004 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2004 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,388 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (116 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 426 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 2004 Nissan Terrano II is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Terrano II will offer significantly more control. 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 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Terrano II. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Terrano II.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Sunfire | 2004 Nissan Terrano II | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Sunfire | Terrano II |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2388 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1625 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |