2009 Ford Focus vs. 1998 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 96 kg more than 1998 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, 2009 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Focus | 1998 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Focus | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2009 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 2201 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 115 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 183 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1296 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |