2009 BMW 335 vs. 2001 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 8 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Sunfire.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Pontiac Sunfire (210 Nm) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Sunfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2001 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 335 | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2399 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 76 L |
