2000 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2000 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, both 2000 Pontiac Sunfire and 2000 Dodge Intrepid were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,228 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (225 HP) has 111 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 364 kg more than 2000 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, 2000 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. 2000 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 2000 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Sunfire | 2000 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Pontiac | Dodge |
| Model | Sunfire | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2880 mm |
