2004 Nissan Titan vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2004 Nissan Titan 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 Titan. (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Titan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Titan weights approximately 848 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2004 Nissan Titan 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 Titan 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 Titan (514 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (461 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Nissan Titan | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Titan | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 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 | 514 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 | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2398 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 76 L |
