2008 Nissan Navara vs. 1997 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 832 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Navara | 1997 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Navara | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 403 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2032 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2650 mm |
