2000 Fiat Brava vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Brava. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Brava would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Brava. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 138 kg more than 2000 Fiat Brava. 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Brava. (115 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Fiat Brava | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Brava | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.8 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 54 L |