2006 Acura MDX vs. 1999 Pontiac Sunfire

To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 375 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire. (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Sunfire.

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2006 Acura MDX 1999 Pontiac Sunfire
Make Acura Pontiac
Model MDX Sunfire
Year Released 2006 1999
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3474 cc 2201 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 253 HP 115 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 340 Nm 183 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1575 kg 1200 kg
Vehicle Length 4790 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1750 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2650 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 77 L 68 L