2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo

To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 11 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 (200 HP) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.

Because 2001 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Pontiac Firebird 2012 Ford Mondeo
Make Pontiac Ford
Model Firebird Mondeo
Year Released 2001 2012
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2261 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 159 HP
Torque 305 Nm 208 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.4:1 10.6:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1530 kg 1560 kg
Vehicle Length 4920 mm 4840 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1890 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 1520 mm
Wheelbase Size 2570 mm 2860 mm


 

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