2009 Ford Ranger vs. 2000 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Ford Ranger 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 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Ranger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Ranger (207 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Ranger should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 325 kg more than 2009 Ford Ranger.
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 Ford Ranger (323 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Firebird. (203 Nm). This means 2009 Ford Ranger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ranger | 2000 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ranger | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 207 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 54 L |
