2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano 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 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (201 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (200 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano should accelerate faster 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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Firebird. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz Viano | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
| Model | Viano | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2987 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2570 mm |
