2001 Pontiac Sunfire vs. 2010 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2010 Honda CR-V is newer by 9 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda CR-V weights approximately 357 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, 2010 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Sunfire | 2010 Honda CR-V | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Sunfire | CR-V |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1556 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4554 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2619 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |