2003 Opel Vectra vs. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,195 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2003 Opel Vectra. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2003 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Vectra weights approximately 240 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 2003 Opel Vectra (221 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2003 Opel Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Opel Vectra | 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Opel | Pontiac |
Model | Vectra | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 99 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 7.9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 53 L |