2006 Honda Accord vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2006 Honda Accord 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 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Honda Accord (238 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire weights approximately 511 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord.
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 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm). This means 2006 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. 2006 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Honda Accord | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 76 L |
