2001 Fiat Doblo vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, both 2001 Fiat Doblo 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (103 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2001 Fiat Doblo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2001 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Doblo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Fiat Doblo. (271 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Fiat Doblo. 2001 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2001 Fiat Doblo has manual transmission. 2001 Fiat Doblo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Fiat Doblo | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Fiat | Pontiac |
Model | Doblo | Firebird |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 461 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1870 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2570 mm |