2000 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2000 Audi TT
To start off, both 2000 Pontiac Firebird and 2000 Audi TT were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2000 Audi TT. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2000 Audi TT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 260 kg more than 2000 Audi TT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 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 2000 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Audi TT, 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Audi TT. (235 Nm @ 1950 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Audi TT. 2000 Audi TT has automatic transmission and 2000 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2000 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Audi TT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Firebird | 2000 Audi TT | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Firebird | TT |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
