2009 Audi A8 vs. 2002 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Audi A8 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Audi A8 weights approximately 741 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (540 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Firebird. (461 Nm). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2002 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Audi | Pontiac |
| Model | A8 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5204 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5070 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2570 mm |
