1997 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2005 Subaru Traviq
To start off, 2005 Subaru Traviq is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Traviq. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 52 kg more than 2005 Subaru Traviq. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Traviq. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Traviq.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Pontiac Firebird | 2005 Subaru Traviq | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Firebird | Traviq |
Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3352 cc | 2198 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |