2000 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2011 Nissan Micra
To start off, 2011 Nissan Micra is newer by 11 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) has 35 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Micra. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Micra.
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) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Micra. (108 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Sunfire | 2011 Nissan Micra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Sunfire | Micra |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2201 cc | 1200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1666 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1514 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2449 mm |
