Ford Mustang vs Pontiac Firebird
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2002 Pontiac Firebird
Overview
| Spec | Ford MustangEcoBoost | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | EcoBoost | Base |
| Body style | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | rear wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (recommended) | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 10-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2026 | 2002 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Ford MustangEcoBoost | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $32,320 | $20,050 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Ford MustangEcoBoost | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | 21 MPG |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | 17 MPG |
| Highway MPG | 33 MPG (best) | 29 MPG |
| Fuel tank | 16 gal | 16.8 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Ford MustangEcoBoost | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 315 hp (best) | 200 hp |
| Torque | 350 lb-ft (best) | 225 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2.3 L | 3.8 L (best) |
| Cylinders | I4 | V6 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Ford MustangEcoBoost | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Doors | 2 | 3 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 13.5 cu ft (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,588 lbs | 3,327 lbs (best) |
| Wheelbase | 107 in (best) | 101.1 in |
| Length | 189.4 in | 193.4 in (best) |
| Width | 75.4 in (best) | 74.5 in |
| Height | 55 in (best) | 52 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Ford MustangEcoBoost | Pontiac FirebirdBase |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Frontal crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | 4 / 5 ★ |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| Side crash (driver) | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side crash (passenger) | 4 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Side pole | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Rollover | 5 / 5 ★ (best) | — |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | 1 (best) |
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 | Ford Mustang | Pontiac Firebird |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | EcoBoost $32,320 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $20,050 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | EcoBoost $40,120 MSRP | Base $26,965 MSRP |
| 3 | EcoBoost Premium $36,345 MSRP | Formula $25,995 MSRP |
| 4 | EcoBoost Premium $41,845 MSRP | Trans Am $28,025 MSRP |
| 5 | GT $46,560 MSRP | Trans Am $32,095 MSRP |
| 6 | GT Premium $51,080 MSRP | — |
| 7 | GT Premium $56,580 MSRP | — |
| 8 | Dark Horse $63,080 MSRP | — |