1996 Pontiac Grand Prix vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 3,134 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 213 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix (251 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Pontiac | Pontiac |
Model | Grand Prix | Vibe |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3134 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 164 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 49 L |