1999 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Venture would be higher. At 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 195 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2001 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Chevrolet Venture, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Chevrolet Venture | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Venture | Firebird |
Year Released | 1999 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3348 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 183 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |