2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2004 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2004 Porsche Boxster is newer by 3 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 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche Boxster (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 155 kg more than 2004 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 2004 Porsche Boxster has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Porsche Boxster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 2004 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Firebird | Boxster |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 3783 cc | 3179 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 93.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |