1999 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2006 Rover 45
To start off, 2006 Rover 45 is newer by 7 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, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2006 Rover 45. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Rover 45. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Rover 45. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Rover 45. (123 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Rover 45.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Sunfire | 2006 Rover 45 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rover |
| Model | Sunfire | 45 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 55 L |
