2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 5 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 6 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 187 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz. 2007 Honda Jazz has automatic transmission and 2002 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Jazz will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Jazz | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Jazz | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1496 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 143 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1013 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 76 L |