2000 Dodge Viper 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 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 2000 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Dodge Viper (495 HP) has 295 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 70 kg more than 2000 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Dodge Viper (678 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm). This means 2000 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Dodge Viper | 2002 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
Model | Viper | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3785 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 495 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 678 Nm | 305 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2570 mm |