2001 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2001 Toyota Tundra

To start off, both 2001 Pontiac Vibe and 2001 Toyota Tundra were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Tundra (245 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Vibe.

Because 2001 Toyota Tundra is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Toyota Tundra. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Toyota Tundra (427 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (177 Nm). This means 2001 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. 2001 Toyota Tundra 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 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2001 Pontiac Vibe 2001 Toyota Tundra
Make Pontiac Toyota
Model Vibe Tundra
Year Released 2001 2001
Body Type Hatchback Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1800 cc 4700 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 148 HP 245 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 177 Nm 427 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 5530 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1920 mm
Vehicle Height 1590 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2610 mm 3270 mm


 

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