2005 Mazda MX-Flexa vs. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is newer by 1 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 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (158 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa 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, 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa (207 Nm) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mazda MX-Flexa | 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | MX-Flexa | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 207 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
