1997 Pontiac Sunfire SE: 0-60 Time, Quarter Mile, & Specs
0-60 mph
8.9
1/4 mile
16.7
Engine
4 Cyl 2.4 Liter
Drive Type
Front-wheel drive
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Body Style
Sedan
Horsepower
150 hp @ 5,200 rpm
Torque
130 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm
1997 Percentile *
71%
Above Average
All Time Percentile
25%
Below Average
* You can read about how percentiles are calculated here.
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