2007 Nissan Titan vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP) has 117 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 115 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan 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 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Nissan Titan | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Titan | Firebird |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5551 cc | 3791 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 200 HP |
Torque | 522 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3560 mm | 2570 mm |