2005 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chevrolet Silverado (488 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. (257 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Pontiac Firebird. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado has automatic transmission and 1996 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1996 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Silverado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chevrolet Silverado | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Silverado | Firebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1996 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 257 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2608 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6030 mm | 4970 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3890 mm | 2570 mm |