2009 Chrysler Aspen vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Firebird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Firebird would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (299 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 2000 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, 2009 Chrysler Aspen (330 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. 2009 Chrysler Aspen has automatic transmission and 2000 Pontiac Firebird has manual transmission. 2000 Pontiac Firebird will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Aspen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Aspen | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Aspen | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3784 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 299 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 58 L |
