1998 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2003 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2003 Toyota Tundra is newer by 5 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 3,400 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Tundra (187 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. (147 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 192 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 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra 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, 2003 Toyota Tundra (298 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2003 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Pontiac Firebird | 2003 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Tundra |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3353 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 147 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3150 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3270 mm |