2005 Buick Rendezvous vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Buick Rendezvous is newer by 4 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 65 more horse power than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Buick Rendezvous weights approximately 325 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2001 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Buick Rendezvous, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. (315 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Buick Rendezvous. 2005 Buick Rendezvous 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. 2005 Buick Rendezvous will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Buick Rendezvous | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Buick | Pontiac |
Model | Rendezvous | Firebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3556 cc | 5698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 315 Nm | 461 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |