2001 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 233 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Equator 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Firebird | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Firebird | Equator |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5663 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1528 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 80 L |
