2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2001 Audi S3
To start off, both 2001 Pontiac Firebird and 2001 Audi S3 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Audi S3 (210 HP) has 10 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Audi S3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2001 Audi S3 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 Audi S3 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 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Audi S3. (270 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Audi S3. 2001 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2001 Audi S3 has manual transmission. 2001 Audi S3 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 Pontiac Firebird | 2001 Audi S3 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Firebird | S3 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 210 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2520 mm |
