2007 Audi A4 vs. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire

To start off, 2007 Audi A4 is newer by 3 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, 2007 Audi A4 (217 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Audi A4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Audi A4 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 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, 2007 Audi A4 (300 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2007 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Audi A4 2004 Pontiac Sunfire
Make Audi Pontiac
Model A4 Sunfire
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Sedan Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1984 cc 2195 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 140 HP
Engine RPM 5900 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 203 Nm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.5:1 10.0:1
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1255 kg
Vehicle Length 4550 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9 L/100km 7.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 53 L