2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (363 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 595 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | Convertible | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 2195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 363 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
