2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 2,776 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jeep Cherokee (160 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 849 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (401 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
Model | Cherokee | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2776 cc | 2399 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 401 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 94 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 1182 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 54 L |