2005 Infiniti M vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2005 Infiniti M. (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Infiniti M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 287 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2005 Infiniti M is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Infiniti M. (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Infiniti M.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti M | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Infiniti | Pontiac |
Model | M | Firebird |
Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 54 L |