2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette is newer by 1 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (184 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette weights approximately 217 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, 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette, 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 (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Oldsmobile Silhouette | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Pontiac |
Model | Silhouette | Firebird |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2570 mm |