2004 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 9 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 6 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Cruze weights approximately 152 kg more 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, 2004 Pontiac Sunfire (203 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze. (201 Nm). This means 2004 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Cruze.
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2004 Pontiac Sunfire | 2013 Chevrolet Cruze | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | Sunfire | Cruze |
Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 1400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 201 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 82 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 1407 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4597 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1796 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2685 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 59 L |