2000 Chevrolet Venture vs. 2002 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Venture. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Venture 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. 2000 Chevrolet Venture weights approximately 476 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2002 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 2002 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2002 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Venture. (285 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Venture.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Venture | 2002 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Venture | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3354 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 285 Nm | 461 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1199 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |