2006 Dodge Ram vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 5 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 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 617 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Dodge Ram | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Ram | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5881 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 827 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 54 L |