1994 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Land Rover Range Rover would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover. (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1994 Land Rover Range Rover.
Because 1994 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1994 Land Rover Range Rover (270 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Land Rover Range Rover will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Land Rover Range Rover | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Land Rover | Pontiac |
| Model | Range Rover | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2610 mm |
