2000 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2004 Renault Kangoo
To start off, 2004 Renault Kangoo is newer by 4 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Renault Kangoo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 175 kg more than 2004 Renault Kangoo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Renault Kangoo is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Renault Kangoo will offer significantly more control. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Renault Kangoo. (148 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Renault Kangoo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Firebird | 2004 Renault Kangoo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | Kangoo |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
