2009 Nissan Quest vs. 2001 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2009 Nissan Quest 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 5,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Firebird (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2009 Nissan Quest. (235 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Firebird should accelerate faster than 2009 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Quest weights approximately 4 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Firebird.
Because 2001 Pontiac Firebird is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Pontiac Firebird. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Quest, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Nissan Quest | 2001 Pontiac Firebird | |
Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
Model | Quest | Firebird |
Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3494 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1550 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |