Connecting with firewire or USB?

Hi everyone,
I have a couple questions about connecting my new 5th Gen. 60 GB iPod to my new MacBook:
The only plug that came with my iPod was a USB connector, which works fine to transfer songs, etc. but I do not think this will charge my iPod when the computer is turned off. However, I have an old firewire cable from my old iPod (3rd Gen. 40 GB). Is it safe to use this cord with my new iPod and laptop? I am a bit wary because I was having issues with the old iPod not showing up on the desktop on my old computer (iMac 10.3.8) when I connected it this way, but it would charge fine in the wall. Can I use this cord to charge my iPod w/ the AC adapter in the wall (since one didn't come with it)?
Thanks,
Abby
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My car charger is firewire based, and after I hit the center button to dismiss the menu, it works flawlessly. Syncing up to my computer with USB is the same as always.

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