2001 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2004 TVR Tuscan
To start off, 2004 TVR Tuscan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 3,605 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 TVR Tuscan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 TVR Tuscan (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 TVR Tuscan should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 2 kg more than 2004 TVR Tuscan.
Because 2004 TVR Tuscan 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 2004 TVR Tuscan. 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, 2004 TVR Tuscan (402 Nm) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (177 Nm). This means 2004 TVR Tuscan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Vibe | 2004 TVR Tuscan | |
| Make | Pontiac | TVR |
| Model | Vibe | Tuscan |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
