2008 Jeep Commander vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2008 Jeep Commander is newer by 7 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Commander (215 HP) has 15 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Commander weights approximately 825 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 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander 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, 2008 Jeep Commander (510 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Commander | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Commander | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.7:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2355 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2570 mm |
