2004 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 8 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 2,498 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (108 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Mazda BT-50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (257 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
| Model | Sunfire | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2195 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 955 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 50 L |
