BMW 318i vs Pontiac Firebird
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2002 Pontiac Firebird
Overview
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 318i | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 1998 | 2002 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $0 (best) | $20,050 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 24 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 20 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16.4 gal | 16.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 138 hp | 200 hp (best) |
| Torque | 133 lb-ft | 225 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | 1.9 L | 3.8 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | — | 4 seats (best) |
| Doors | 4 (best) | 3 |
| Curb weight | 2,954 lbs (best) | 3,327 lbs |
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in (best) | 101.1 in |
| Length | 174.5 in | 193.4 in (best) |
| Width | 66.9 in | 74.5 in (best) |
| Height | 54.8 in (best) | 52 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 318i318i | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported (best) | 1 |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 318i | Pontiac Firebird |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 318i $0 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $20,050 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | — | Base $26,965 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Formula $25,995 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Trans Am $28,025 MSRP |
| 5 | — | Trans Am $32,095 MSRP |
BMW 318i vs Pontiac Firebird FAQ
- Which is better: 1998 BMW 318i or 2002 Pontiac Firebird?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 1998 BMW 318i vs 2002 Pontiac Firebird on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 1998 BMW 318i or 2002 Pontiac Firebird?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 1998 BMW 318i starts lower at $0.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 1998 BMW 318i or 2002 Pontiac Firebird?
- The 1998 BMW 318i leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (0).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 1998 BMW 318i or 2002 Pontiac Firebird?
- The 1998 BMW 318i leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (24).
- Which has better horsepower: 1998 BMW 318i or 2002 Pontiac Firebird?
- The 2002 Pontiac Firebird leads on horsepower in this comparison (310).
- Which has better seats: 1998 BMW 318i or 2002 Pontiac Firebird?
- The 2002 Pontiac Firebird leads on seats in this comparison (4).