2002 Ford Focus vs. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (170 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 1 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.
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, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (197 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Focus | 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Focus | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1256 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 53 L |
