Pontiac Firebird vs Toyota Solara
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2008 Toyota Solara
Overview
| Spec | Pontiac FirebirdBase | Toyota SolaraSE |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | SE |
| Body style | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Drivetrain | rear wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | regular unleaded | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed manual |
| Engine type | gas | gas |
| Model year | 2002 | 2008 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Pontiac FirebirdBase | Toyota SolaraSE |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $20,050 (best) | $20,180 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Pontiac FirebirdBase | Toyota SolaraSE |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 21 MPG | 25 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | 17 MPG | 21 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | 29 MPG | 31 MPG (best) |
| Fuel tank | 16.8 gal | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Pontiac FirebirdBase | Toyota SolaraSE |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 200 hp (best) | 155 hp |
| Torque | 225 lb-ft (best) | 158 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 3.8 L (best) | 2.4 L |
| Cylinders | V6 | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Pontiac FirebirdBase | Toyota SolaraSE |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 4 seats | 5 seats (best) |
| Doors | 3 (best) | 2 |
| Cargo volume | — | 13.8 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 1,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,327 lbs | 3,185 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | — | 5.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 101.1 in | 107.1 in (best) |
| Length | 193.4 in (best) | 192.5 in |
| Width | 74.5 in (best) | 71.5 in |
| Height | 52 in | 56.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Pontiac FirebirdBase | Toyota SolaraSE |
|---|---|---|
| Frontal crash (driver) | 4 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | 5 / 5 ★ | 5 / 5 ★ |
| 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 | Pontiac Firebird | Toyota Solara |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $20,050 MSRP(Currently comparing) | SE $20,180 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Base $26,965 MSRP | SE $21,010 MSRP |
| 3 | Formula $25,995 MSRP | Sport $22,450 MSRP |
| 4 | Trans Am $28,025 MSRP | Sport $23,280 MSRP |
| 5 | Trans Am $32,095 MSRP | SE V6 $22,510 MSRP |
| 6 | — | SE V6 $27,440 MSRP |
| 7 | — | SLE $24,155 MSRP |
| 8 | — | Sport V6 $24,780 MSRP |
| 9 | — | Sport V6 $29,710 MSRP |
| 10 | — | SLE V6 $27,155 MSRP |
| 11 | — | SLE V6 $30,710 MSRP |