2003 Ford F-250 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Ford F-250 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford F-250 (256 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford F-250 weights approximately 845 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford F-250 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, 2003 Ford F-250 (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. 2003 Ford F-250 has automatic transmission and 2000 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2000 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford F-250 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Ford F-250 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | F-250 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5407 cc | 3784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2350 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2570 mm |