1996 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Peugeot 3008
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 3008 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (163 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2012 Peugeot 3008 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 3008 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, 2012 Peugeot 3008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 3008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. 2012 Peugeot 3008 has automatic transmission and 1996 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1996 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Peugeot 3008 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1996 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Peugeot 3008 | |
Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
Model | Firebird | 3008 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3353 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4365 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1837 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1639 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2613 mm |