2007 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 6 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Chevrolet Silverado weights approximately 200 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 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, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Silverado | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 5663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 414 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |
