2007 Opel Vivaro vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2007 Opel Vivaro is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Opel Vivaro. (100 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2007 Opel Vivaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Vivaro weights approximately 477 kg more than 1999 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, 2007 Opel Vivaro (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Vivaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Vivaro | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Vivaro | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Van | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1870 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 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 | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1677 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
