1999 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2006 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Toyota Avensis 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Avensis (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 410 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. 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, 2006 Toyota Avensis (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Sunfire | 2006 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Sunfire | Avensis |
Year Released | 1999 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
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 | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 60 L |