2001 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2006 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2006 Subaru Impreza is newer by 5 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Subaru Impreza (227 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 195 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 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza 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, 2006 Subaru Impreza (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Vibe | 2006 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Vibe | Impreza |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 60 L |
