2002 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1991 Renault Express
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Renault Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Renault Express would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1991 Renault Express. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1991 Renault Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 380 kg more than 1991 Renault Express. 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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Renault Express. (79 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Renault Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | 1991 Renault Express | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Sunfire | Express |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1106 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 79 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
