2004 Honda HR-V vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2004 Honda HR-V is newer by 2 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Honda HR-V. (113 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 80 kg more than 2004 Honda HR-V. 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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda HR-V. (131 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda HR-V | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | HR-V | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1672 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 76 L |