2000 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2008 Toyota Auris
To start off, 2008 Toyota Auris is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Sunfire 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 18 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Auris. (96 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Auris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Auris weights approximately 89 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire.
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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Auris. (130 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Auris.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Pontiac Sunfire | 2008 Toyota Auris | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Sunfire | Auris |
Year Released | 2000 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 130 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |