2005 Hyundai Trajet vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Trajet 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, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Trajet weights approximately 405 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
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 Hyundai Trajet, 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Trajet. (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Trajet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Trajet | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Hyundai | Pontiac |
| Model | Trajet | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 3784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 58 L |
