2004 Ford Mustang vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (296 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 405 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Ford Mustang | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Mustang | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 296 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 427 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |