2005 Mercury Mountaineer vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP) has 100 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (210 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Mountaineer weights approximately 470 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2005 Mercury Mountaineer 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 Mercury Mountaineer 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) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer. (345 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercury Mountaineer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mercury Mountaineer | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercury | Pontiac |
| Model | Mountaineer | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 5698 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 310 HP |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2011 kg | 1541 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2570 mm |
