2002 Pontiac Firebird vs. 2013 Honda Ridgeline
To start off, 2013 Honda Ridgeline is newer by 11 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (247 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Ridgeline weights approximately 560 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Honda Ridgeline is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Ridgeline 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, 2013 Honda Ridgeline (335 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Ridgeline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. 2013 Honda Ridgeline has automatic transmission and 2002 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2002 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Honda Ridgeline will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Firebird | 2013 Honda Ridgeline | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Firebird | Ridgeline |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1976 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1808 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 83 L |
