2005 Daewoo Chairman vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Daewoo Chairman is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 50 more horse power than 2005 Daewoo Chairman. (150 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Daewoo Chairman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Daewoo Chairman weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Firebird.
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, 1999 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daewoo Chairman. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daewoo Chairman. 2005 Daewoo Chairman has automatic transmission and 1999 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1999 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Daewoo Chairman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Daewoo Chairman | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Daewoo | Pontiac |
Model | Chairman | Firebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 220 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1320 mm |