1997 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 10 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (224 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (307 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Pontiac Firebird | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Firebird | Forester |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
