2000 Holden Zafira vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Holden Zafira. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Holden Zafira would be higher. At 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2000 Holden Zafira. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Holden Zafira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 81 kg more than 2000 Holden Zafira. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 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 2001 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Holden Zafira, 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Holden Zafira. (203 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Holden Zafira.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Holden Zafira | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Holden | Pontiac |
Model | Zafira | Firebird |
Year Released | 2000 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2570 mm |