2002 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 6 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 4,171 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (310 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 2008 Volkswagen Touareg (410 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 2002 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | 2008 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Sunfire | Touareg |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
