2003 Cadillac CTS-V vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is newer by 2 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 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Cadillac CTS-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (400 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (325 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Cadillac CTS-V weights approximately 204 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Cadillac CTS-V (529 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Cadillac CTS-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Cadillac CTS-V | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Cadillac | Pontiac |
Model | CTS-V | Firebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5666 cc | 5665 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 529 Nm | 475 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 99.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 54 L |