2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2000 Peugeot 607
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Peugeot 607. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Peugeot 607 would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Peugeot 607 (160 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Peugeot 607 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Peugeot 607 weights approximately 228 kg more than 2001 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, 2000 Peugeot 607 (217 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2000 Peugeot 607 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. 2000 Peugeot 607 has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Peugeot 607 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | 2000 Peugeot 607 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Sunfire | 607 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 2230 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 66 L |
