1997 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 13 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 5,747 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Pontiac Firebird (305 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Chairman W. (302 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Chairman W.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W has automatic transmission and 1997 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1997 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1997 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 SsangYong Chairman W | |
Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
Model | Firebird | Chairman W |
Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5747 cc | 4966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 305 HP | 302 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1495 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2970 mm |