2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2002 Honda CR-V. (160 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 17 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V 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) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda CR-V. (218 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Firebird | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Firebird | CR-V |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 58 L |
