2008 Nissan Altima vs. 2005 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2008 Nissan Altima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,491 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Altima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Altima (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Altima should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Altima weights approximately 280 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 2008 Nissan Altima (244 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Altima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Nissan Altima | 2005 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Altima | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |