Pontiac Firebird vs. Buick Century
In comparing the Pontiac Firebird's and the Buick Century's specifications and ratings, the Pontiac Firebird has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Buick Century has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars. The Pontiac Firebird and Buick Century have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the Pontiac Firebird's and the Buick Century's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Pontiac Firebird vs. Buick Century Pricing
A used 2002 Pontiac Firebird ranges from $10,931 to $53,362 while a used 2002 Buick Century is priced between $1,990 to $8,695.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Pontiac Firebird’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Buick Century base engine makes 175 horsepower. Both the Firebird and the Century are rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 464 and 442 miles respectively. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
10931 - 53362
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1990 - 8695
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pontiac Firebird Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Buick Century Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Pontiac Firebird Rankings
Not yet available
Buick Century Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Pontiac Firebird Trim Levels
Not yet available
Buick Century Trim Levels
Custom, Limited
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
200 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
225 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.060 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
175 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
195 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.052 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 29 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
272 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.1 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
18 / 26 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 442 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
28.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.8 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.4 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.4 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3327 lbs
Width:
74.5 inches
Height:
52 inches
Length:
193.4 inches
Wheelbase:
101.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3353 lbs
Width:
72.7 inches
Height:
56.6 inches
Length:
194.6 inches
Wheelbase:
109 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/70R15