2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2008 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2008 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 7 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 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 189 kg more than 2008 Toyota Sequoia.
Because 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2008 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 2008 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2008 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 2008 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
Model | Firebird | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5698 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1541 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3110 mm |