2004 Chrysler 300 vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Chrysler 300 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2004 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Chrysler 300 | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
Model | 300 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2736 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |