2002 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2011 Kia Forte
To start off, 2011 Kia Forte is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Forte weights approximately 91 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2002 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 2002 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Kia Forte, 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, 2002 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Forte. (228 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Firebird | 2011 Kia Forte | |
Make | Pontiac | Kia |
Model | Firebird | Forte |
Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5700 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 173 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 228 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1199 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4481 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2649 mm |