2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (112 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Primera weights approximately 246 kg more than 2002 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, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (163 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Primera | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Primera | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 112 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1446 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |