2000 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 81 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. 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, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Sunfire | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Sunfire | Carina |
Year Released | 2000 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |