2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 4,197 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (400 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (570 Nm) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (176 Nm). This means 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1995 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 1995 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Range Rover Sport | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4197 cc | 2392 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 68 L |
