2002 Ford Focus vs. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 3 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 2,196 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Ford Focus. (131 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 28 kg more than 2002 Ford Focus. 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, 2005 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Ford Focus. (170 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Focus | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
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 | 1232 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 53 L |