2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2004 Volvo S60
To start off, 2004 Volvo S60 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 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 102 more horse power than 2004 Volvo S60. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Volvo S60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Volvo S60 weights approximately 102 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2004 Volvo S60 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, 2004 Volvo S60 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 (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Volvo S60. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Volvo S60.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 2004 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Pontiac | Volvo |
Model | Firebird | S60 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2435 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |