2000 Caterham 21 vs. 2002 Pontiac Firebird
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Firebird is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Caterham 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Caterham 21 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Firebird is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Firebird weights approximately 659 kg more than 2000 Caterham 21.
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, 2002 Pontiac Firebird (461 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Caterham 21. (210 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Firebird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Caterham 21. 2002 Pontiac Firebird has automatic transmission and 2000 Caterham 21 has manual transmission. 2000 Caterham 21 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Pontiac Firebird will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Caterham 21 | 2002 Pontiac Firebird | |
| Make | Caterham | Pontiac |
| Model | 21 | Firebird |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1199 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2570 mm |
