2008 Mazda Etude vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2008 Mazda Etude is newer by 9 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 155 kg more than 2008 Mazda Etude.
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, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda Etude. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda Etude.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda Etude | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
| Model | Etude | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2201 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 115 HP |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 68 L |
