2004 Nissan Armada vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Nissan Armada 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 5 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Armada. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Armada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Armada weights approximately 866 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2004 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada 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 Nissan Armada (522 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (461 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Armada | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Armada | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5555 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2416 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2010 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 76 L |
