2000 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is newer by 11 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (188 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter weights approximately 1176 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter (440 Nm) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (203 Nm). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter 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. 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | |
Make | Pontiac | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Firebird | Sprinter |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2391 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 188 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 203 Nm | 440 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 2523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 6939 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2024 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2731 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 4326 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 100 L |