2003 Nissan Pathfinder vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2003 Nissan Pathfinder 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 5,665 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (325 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 409 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder. (360 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Nissan Pathfinder.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Nissan Pathfinder | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Pathfinder | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 54 L |
