2005 Nissan Titan vs. 1999 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP) has 105 more horse power than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 668 kg more than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Titan | 1999 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Titan | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5556 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 514 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2208 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 76 L |
