2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 270 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Express | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 68 L |
