2006 Pontiac SV 6 vs. 1996 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2006 Pontiac SV 6 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (200 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (196 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Pontiac Firebird (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac SV 6. (289 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac SV 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac SV 6 | 1996 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
| Model | SV 6 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 3790 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 196 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 58 L |
