1995 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1996 Rover 220
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1996 Rover 220. (103 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 14 kg more than 1995 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Sunfire | 1996 Rover 220 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Sunfire | 220 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 103 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |
