1999 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2011 Nissan Juke is newer by 12 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 12 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Juke. (188 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Juke. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 198 kg more than 2011 Nissan Juke. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Juke 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Juke. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Juke.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Firebird | Juke |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 188 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
