2008 Opel Frontera vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2008 Opel Frontera is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Opel Frontera (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Frontera weights approximately 626 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Opel Frontera is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Opel Frontera 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 Opel Frontera (280 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Opel Frontera | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Frontera | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1826 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
