2000 Acura Integra vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. Both 2000 Acura Integra and 2009 Pontiac Vibe are equipped with a 1,799 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Acura Integra (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2000 Acura Integra (177 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (128 Nm). This means 2000 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. 2009 Pontiac Vibe has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Acura Integra | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Acura | Pontiac |
Model | Integra | Vibe |
Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 128 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |