2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport vs. 1997 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 10 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (390 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (146 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 548 kg more than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport 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, 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (556 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 299 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. (257 Nm @ 3150 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Pontiac Firebird. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport has automatic transmission and 1997 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 1997 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | 1997 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
Model | Range Rover Sport | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3353 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 146 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 257 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3150 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2570 mm |