2000 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1995 Venturi 400
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Venturi 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Venturi 400 would be higher. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Venturi 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Venturi 400 (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Venturi 400 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 56 kg more than 1995 Venturi 400.
Because 1995 Venturi 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Venturi 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Venturi 400 (520 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Venturi 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Sunfire | 1995 Venturi 400 | |
Make | Pontiac | Venturi |
Model | Sunfire | 400 |
Year Released | 2000 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 2975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2500 mm |