1998 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,352 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 152 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Firebird | 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
Model | Firebird | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3352 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 146 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 231 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2810 mm |