2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Seat Alhambra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Seat Alhambra (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 103 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 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (265 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire has automatic transmission and 2005 Seat Alhambra has manual transmission. 2005 Seat Alhambra 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 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Seat |
| Model | Sunfire | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 265 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1302 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
