1991 Audi 100 vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Audi 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Audi 100 would be higher. At 2,771 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Audi 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Audi 100 (172 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Audi 100 weights approximately 307 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Audi 100 (250 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Audi 100 | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | 100 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2771 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1506 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
