2005 Honda Accord vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 24 kg more than 2005 Honda Accord.
Because 2000 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 2000 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord, 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Accord. (287 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Accord | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Accord | Firebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 3784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 287 Nm | 305 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |