2009 Dacia Logan vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2009 Dacia Logan is newer by 10 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. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Dacia Logan. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Dacia Logan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Dacia Logan weights approximately 80 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dacia Logan. (128 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dacia Logan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dacia Logan | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Dacia | Pontiac |
Model | Logan | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |