2004 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 294 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 Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Silverado will offer significantly more control. 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 Silverado (458 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2010 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Silverado | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | Sunfire | Silverado |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 458 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1549 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 6340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 4010 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 129 L |