2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2001 Rover 75
To start off, both 2001 Pontiac Sunfire and 2001 Rover 75 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Rover 75 (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rover 75 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rover 75 weights approximately 31 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, 2001 Rover 75 (325 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm). This means 2001 Rover 75 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire has automatic transmission and 2001 Rover 75 has manual transmission. 2001 Rover 75 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 Pontiac Sunfire | 2001 Rover 75 | |
Make | Pontiac | Rover |
Model | Sunfire | 75 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2501 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 325 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1230 kg |