2004 Infiniti FX vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX 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 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 300 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 2004 Infiniti FX 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 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Infiniti FX | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
Model | FX | Firebird |
Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 3783 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 76 L |