2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1998 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,353 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. (147 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 832 kg more than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 1998 Pontiac Firebird (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1998 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1998 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | Colorado | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 1998 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2768 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 147 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |