2004 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2005 Renault Clio
To start off, 2005 Renault Clio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Sunfire 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 66 more horse power than 2005 Renault Clio. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Clio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 115 kg more than 2005 Renault Clio. 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, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Renault Clio. (101 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | 2005 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Sunfire | Clio |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 55 L |
