2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 8 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Subaru Forester. (145 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Subaru Forester.
Because 2009 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester 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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Firebird | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Firebird | Forester |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3783 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 145 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |