2004 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 6 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (426 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 496 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Camaro 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 2010 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2010 Chevrolet Camaro (569 Nm) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | 2010 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sunfire | Camaro |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 426 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1751 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4836 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1918 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1377 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2852 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 72 L |
