2004 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 3 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 105 more horse power than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 188 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (475 Nm) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado. (305 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Colorado | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Colorado | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3458 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 475 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 102 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1528 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
