1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2000 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2000 Honda S-MX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 70 more horse power than 2000 Honda S-MX. (130 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Honda S-MX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 175 kg more than 2000 Honda S-MX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Honda S-MX 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Honda S-MX. (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Honda S-MX. 2000 Honda S-MX has automatic transmission and 1999 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1999 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Honda S-MX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1999 Pontiac Firebird | 2000 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Pontiac | Honda |
Model | Firebird | S-MX |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 130 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2510 mm |