A sunroof is a window that’s installed in the roof of your car and placed above the passengers. It produces natural light inside the car, gives an open-air feeling and can provide a great view of the sky when opened, or on sunny days when closed. It also allows for ventilation in warmer weather.

Moonroofs

A moonroof is similar to a sunroof but instead of just one panel, it typically has two — one larger panel and another small flip-up panel in the rear to keep out rain and light from entering the vehicle. This allows for better aerodynamics with less air resistance and noise pollution than a traditional sunroof. Plus, many moonroofs come equipped with retractable privacy screens that help keep out UV rays while allowing you to still enjoy that open-air feeling without worrying about people looking into your car at night time.

Cost & Availability

Sunroofs tend to be more affordable than moonroofs due to their simpler design whereas moonroofs tend to cost more because they have additional features such as those retractable privacy screens we mentioned earlier. On top of that, moonroofs are harder to find on models other than luxury cars making them more of a premium option compared to sunroofs which are widely available across various markets within automobile industry today.

Visibility & Weather Performance

Both sunroofs and moon roofs offer exceptional visibility day or night; however, since most moon roof systems are fully enclosed inside the vehicle’s roof structure it helps protect against water leakage during inclement weather much better than typical older designs found in most conventional sun roofs — providing you with greater peace mind when driving through rain or snowstorms!

Longevity

The main difference between these two types of roofs is how long their materials last: Sun Roofs are made from glass panels so over time they start displaying signs of wear-and-tear up faster under direct sunlight conditions as compared to MoonRooves which have aluminum metals parts embedded within their structured frames making them much more durable over time – even against harsher outdoor environments!

Repairs & Maintenance

When it comes down repairs & maintenance both rooftops require regular care: SunRooves windows should be inspected periodically for dirt buildup on its outer surface causing possible leaks where as MoonRooves need frequent cleaning around its moving parts especially near those motorized sliding panels otherwise will risk damaging your precious rooftop system sooner then expected resulting mechanic fees!

Warranty Policies

Finally both SunRoofe & MoonRoofe manufacturers typically offer extended warranty policies. When buying any one, make sure you double check these service guarantees. Since ageing material breaks down over time, include glues and sealants. Trying to fix it on your own could void any warranties for repair coverage later. No matter how expensive upfront price tag may appear too be initially, its at least worth considering.