2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 9 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (198 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun weights approximately 79 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Firebird | 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Firebird | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 98.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 88 L |
