1995 Pontiac Firehawk vs. 1999 Toyota Echo
To start off, 1999 Toyota Echo is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Firehawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Firehawk would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Pontiac Firehawk is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Firehawk weights approximately 756 kg more than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Because 1995 Pontiac Firehawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1995 Pontiac Firehawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Echo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Pontiac Firehawk (464 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Echo. (123 Nm). This means 1995 Pontiac Firehawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Firehawk | 1999 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firehawk | Echo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1681 kg | 925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 45 L |
