2001 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, both 2001 Pontiac Vibe and 2001 Subaru Legacy were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (217 HP) has 69 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 338 kg more than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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, 2001 Subaru Legacy (289 Nm) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (177 Nm). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. 2001 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Vibe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Pontiac Vibe | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Vibe | Legacy |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 217 HP |
Torque | 177 Nm | 289 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |