2000 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca
To start off, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is newer by 6 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 2,999 cc, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (250 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca weights approximately 286 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 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca 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, 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca (297 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (203 Nm). This means 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Pontiac Firebird | 2006 Subaru B9 Tribeca | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Firebird | B9 Tribeca |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2391 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 64 L |
