2009 GMC Acadia vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 3,783 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Acadia weights approximately 601 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 2009 GMC Acadia 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, 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Acadia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. 2009 GMC Acadia 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 GMC Acadia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Acadia | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Acadia | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3783 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2141 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 76 L |
