2001 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (257 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (193 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 240 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Silverado | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4292 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
