2004 Ford Expedition vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Ford Expedition 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 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2004 Ford Expedition. (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1031 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2004 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford Expedition 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, 2004 Ford Expedition (476 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (461 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 2004 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 Ford Expedition | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | Expedition | Firebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 5698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 476 Nm | 461 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2572 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |