2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 2001 BMW X Coupe and 2001 Pontiac Firebird were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2001 BMW X Coupe. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW X Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2001 BMW X Coupe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe 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, 2001 BMW X Coupe (397 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 2001 BMW X Coupe has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW X Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X Coupe | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | X Coupe | Firebird |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2994 cc | 3783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 397 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 76 L |