2005 Nissan Primera vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Nissan Primera 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Firebird (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Primera. (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Primera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 179 kg more than 2005 Nissan Primera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Nissan Primera, 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 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Primera. (164 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Primera.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Primera | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Primera | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 3785 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 164 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1361 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 76 L |
