Pontiac Firebird vs. Pontiac GTO
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Pontiac Firebird and Pontiac GTO contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Pontiac Firebird and the Pontiac GTO.
In comparing the Pontiac Firebird's and the Pontiac GTO's specifications and ratings, the Pontiac Firebird has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The Pontiac GTO has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Pontiac Firebird's and the Pontiac GTO's specifications and ratings, the Pontiac GTO is a better car than the Pontiac Firebird.
Pricing: A used 2002 Pontiac Firebird ranges from $14,035 to $50,310 while a used 2006 Pontiac GTO is priced between $13,986 to $31,543.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Pontiac Firebird’s base engine makes 200 horsepower, and the Pontiac GTO base engine makes 400 horsepower. The Firebird is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles. The GTO is rated to deliver an average of 16 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 342 miles. This gives the Pontiac Firebird the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Pontiac GTO. Both models use gasoline.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$20,650
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New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$31,990
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Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$30,471
Price Range:
$14,035 - $50,310
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
34
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
60,766
# Good or Great Deals:
10
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$22,196
Price Range:
$13,986 - $31,543
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# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
31
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
67,100
# Good or Great Deals:
12
Pontiac Firebird Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Pontiac GTO Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Pontiac Firebird
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
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Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Pontiac GTO
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
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N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.5
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1
Typical Category Recalls:
N/A
Category Range for Recalls:
N/A
Pontiac Firebird Rankings
Not yet available
Pontiac GTO Rankings
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Hatchback
Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Pontiac Firebird Trim Levels
Base, Formula, Trans Am
Pontiac GTO Trim Levels
Base
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
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2024 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
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 Specs
Horsepower:
400 hp @ 5200 rpm
Torque:
400 foot-lbs @ 4000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.107 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:
6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
14 / 19 / 16
Range (city/hwy):
252 / 342 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
N/A
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Quad Seats:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple CarPlay:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Bluetooth:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Parking Sensors:
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Satellite radio:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Voice Recognition:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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 Features
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Backup 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:
37.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
51.7 inches
Cargo Space:
7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
91.0 cubic feet
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:
3725 lbs
Width:
72.5 inches
Height:
54.9 inches
Length:
189.8 inches
Wheelbase:
109.8 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:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P245/45ZR17
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Navy Blue Metallic
Gray
Pewter Metallic
Orange
Sunset Orange Metallic
Red
Bright Red / Maple Red Metallic
Silver
Bright Silver Metallic
White
Arctic White
Exterior Colors
Black
Phantom Black Metallic
Blue
Impulse Blue Metallic
Gray
Cyclone Gray Metallic
Orange
Brazen Orange Metallic
Red
Spice Red Metallic / Torrid Red
Silver
Quicksilver Metallic
White
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Camel
Black
Ebony
White
Taupe
Blue
Not available
Red
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Black premium leather
White
Not available
Blue
Blue premium leather
Red
Red premium leather
