1999 Honda Odyssey vs. 2002 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Honda Odyssey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Honda Odyssey would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 757 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 2002 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda Odyssey. (328 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda Odyssey.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Honda Odyssey | 2002 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Odyssey | Firebird |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 328 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1956 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2570 mm |
