2002 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2007 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,698 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 697 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2007 SsangYong Rexton (340 Nm) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2007 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Sunfire | 2007 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
Model | Sunfire | Rexton |
Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 340 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1897 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2830 mm |