2003 Nissan Almera vs. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2003 Nissan Almera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Almera. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Almera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 41 kg more than 2003 Nissan Almera. 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, 1996 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Almera. (175 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Almera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Almera | 1996 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Almera | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
