2005 Mazda Premacy vs. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire

To start off, 2005 Mazda Premacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 Mazda Premacy. (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mazda Premacy weights approximately 249 kg more than 2000 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 Premacy (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mazda Premacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Mazda Premacy 2000 Pontiac Sunfire
Make Mazda Pontiac
Model Premacy Sunfire
Year Released 2005 2000
Body Type Hatchback Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1996 cc 2201 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 99 HP 114 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 240 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1455 kg 1206 kg
Vehicle Length 4350 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1710 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1580 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2680 mm 2650 mm


 

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