2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer is newer by 8 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 5,698 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer weights approximately 8 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 185 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. (276 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet TrailBlazer | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
Model | TrailBlazer | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4161 cc | 5698 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 281 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 276 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1541 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |