2006 Ford E-250 vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Ford E-250 is newer by 6 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford E-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford E-250 (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford E-250 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 281 kg more than 2006 Ford E-250.
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, 2006 Ford E-250, 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, 2006 Ford E-250 (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Ford E-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Ford E-250 | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Ford | Pontiac |
Model | E-250 | Firebird |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Body Type | Van | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4605 cc | 3784 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 388 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1224 kg | 1505 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2120 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 58 L |