2009 Honda Civic vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic 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, 2009 Honda Civic (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 7 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic.
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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (174 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic. 2009 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1999 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Honda Civic | 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2201 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1193 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
