2001 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2001 Honda Accord. (65 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Accord.
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, 2001 Honda Accord (264 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm). This means 2001 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. 2001 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac Vibe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Accord | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Accord | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 87.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 49 L |
