2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Sunfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Sunfire would be higher. At 2,201 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 128 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Spark 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 2006 Chevrolet Spark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Pontiac Sunfire (183 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Spark. (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Spark.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 2000 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Spark | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 2201 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 183 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2650 mm |
