Chevrolet Camaro vs Pontiac Firebird
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2002 Pontiac Firebird
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet Camaro1LT | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 1LT | Base |
| Body style | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2024 | 2002 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet Camaro1LT | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $30,900 | $20,050 (best) |
| Lowest listing price | $18,073 (best) | — |
| Median listing price | $18,073 (best) | — |
| Highest listing price | $18,073 (best) | — |
| For sale now | 1 (best) | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet Camaro1LT | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 20 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 16 MPG | 17 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 26 MPG | 29 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 19 gal (best) | 16.8 gal |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet Camaro1LT | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 335 hp (best) | 200 hp |
| Torque | 284 lb-ft (best) | 225 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.6 L | 3.8 L (best) |
| Cylinders | V6 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet Camaro1LT | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 3 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 9.1 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,411 lbs | 3,327 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 110.7 in (best) | 101.1 in |
| Length | 188.3 in | 193.4 in (best) |
| Width | 74.7 in (best) | 74.5 in |
| Height | 53.1 in (best) | 52 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet Camaro1LT | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
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 | Chevrolet Camaro | Pontiac Firebird |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1LT $30,900 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $20,050 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 1LT $36,900 MSRP | Base $26,965 MSRP |
| 3 | 2LT $32,900 MSRP | Formula $25,995 MSRP |
| 4 | 2LT $38,900 MSRP | Trans Am $28,025 MSRP |
| 5 | 3LT $36,900 MSRP | Trans Am $32,095 MSRP |
| 6 | 3LT $42,900 MSRP | — |
| 7 | LT1 $38,800 MSRP | — |
| 8 | LT1 $44,800 MSRP | — |
| 9 | 1SS $42,300 MSRP | — |
| 10 | 1SS $48,300 MSRP | — |
| 11 | 2SS $47,300 MSRP | — |
| 12 | 2SS $53,300 MSRP | — |
| 13 | ZL1 $72,100 MSRP | — |
| 14 | ZL1 $78,100 MSRP | — |
