2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2005 TVR T 350
To start off, 2005 TVR T 350 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 356 kg more than 2005 TVR T 350.
Because 2005 TVR T 350 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 2005 TVR T 350. 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, 2005 TVR T 350 (391 Nm) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm). This means 2005 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | 2005 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Pontiac | TVR |
| Model | Sunfire | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2399 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
