2009 Acura TL vs. 2004 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 597 kg more than 2004 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, 2009 Acura TL (344 Nm) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura TL | 2004 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | TL | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 344 Nm | 203 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1852 kg | 1255 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |