2006 Pontiac SV 6 vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (196 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac SV 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac SV 6 | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | SV 6 | Sunfire |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 2398 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 196 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 289 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 54 L |