2006 Chevrolet SSR vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet SSR is newer by 5 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet SSR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (401 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet SSR should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 463 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet SSR.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2006 Chevrolet SSR (542 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet SSR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet SSR | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | SSR | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 401 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |