1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2000 Pontiac Montana
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Montana 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 15 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Montana. (185 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Montana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Montana weights approximately 217 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 1999 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 1999 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Montana, 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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Montana. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Montana. 2000 Pontiac Montana 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 Pontiac Montana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Pontiac Firebird | 2000 Pontiac Montana | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Firebird | Montana |
Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3350 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 200 HP | 185 HP |
Torque | 305 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 76 L |