1999 Acura EL vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL.
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, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura EL | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | EL | Vibe |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1600 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4478 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1704 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1394 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2610 mm |
