2000 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2003 Saab 03-Sep

To start off, 2003 Saab 03-Sep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (250 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Saab 03-Sep should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Saab 03-Sep weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep, 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, 2003 Saab 03-Sep (370 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Saab 03-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Pontiac Firebird 2003 Saab 03-Sep
Make Pontiac Saab
Model Firebird 03-Sep
Year Released 2000 2003
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3784 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 197 HP 250 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 305 Nm 370 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 2700 RPM
Engine Bore Size 96.5 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 86.4 mm 86 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1505 kg 1665 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4640 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 58 L 61 L


 

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