2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche (324 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche weights approximately 1150 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.
Because 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche (738 Nm) has 528 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm). This means 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche 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 Rolls-Royce Corniche will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | 2000 Rolls-Royce Corniche | |
| Make | Pontiac | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Sunfire | Corniche |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 6750 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 324 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 738 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 2736 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 2060 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3070 mm |
