2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2006 Toyota Fortuner
To start off, 2006 Toyota Fortuner is newer by 5 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) has 149 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (161 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 173 kg more than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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, 2006 Toyota Fortuner 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) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Fortuner. (343 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Fortuner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Firebird | 2006 Toyota Fortuner | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Firebird | Fortuner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 99 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 103 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 65 L |
