2006 Dodge Ram vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Dodge Ram is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,881 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Ram (325 HP @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (305 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Ram (827 Nm) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (454 Nm). This means 2006 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Ram | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5881 cc | 5747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 2900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 6300 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4080 mm | 2810 mm |
