2004 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2009 Volvo V70
To start off, 2009 Volvo V70 is newer by 5 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 3,192 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volvo V70 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Volvo V70 (232 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Volvo V70 should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Volvo V70 (236 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Volvo V70 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | 2009 Volvo V70 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
| Model | Sunfire | V70 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 3192 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 60 L |
