2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2003 Renault Be Bop
To start off, 2003 Renault Be Bop is newer by 2 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (221 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Renault Be Bop. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 228 kg more than 2003 Renault Be Bop. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Renault Be Bop 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, 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 (475 Nm) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Renault Be Bop. (300 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Renault Be Bop. 2001 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2003 Renault Be Bop has manual transmission. 2003 Renault Be Bop 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 | 2003 Renault Be Bop | |
| Make | Pontiac | Renault |
| Model | Firebird | Be Bop |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5665 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 93 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2610 mm |
