2006 Ford Focus vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus 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 2,398 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Sunfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 54 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
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, 2006 Ford Focus (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford Focus | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Focus | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1752 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1311 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 54 L |