1998 Ford Escort vs. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Escort (129 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 66 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Escort | 2000 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Escort | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2650 mm |
