2001 Opel Frogster vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, both 2001 Opel Frogster and 2001 Pontiac Sunfire were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2001 Opel Frogster. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2001 Opel Frogster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Opel Frogster weights approximately 99 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Opel Frogster. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Opel Frogster. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire has automatic transmission and 2001 Opel Frogster has manual transmission. 2001 Opel Frogster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Opel Frogster | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Opel | Pontiac |
| Model | Frogster | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 973 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.6 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 54 L |
