2001 Honda Model X vs. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2001 Honda Model X is newer by 1 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 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Model X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Model X (160 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (114 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Model X should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Model X weights approximately 264 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, 2001 Honda Model X (217 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Model X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Model X | 2000 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Model X | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 160 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
