2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 1999 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (69 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 656 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Samurai will offer significantly more control. 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) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | 1999 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Sunfire | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
