2001 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2010 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2010 Honda Pilot is newer by 9 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 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Pilot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Pilot (250 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Pilot should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Pilot weights approximately 775 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.
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, 2010 Honda Pilot (343 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (177 Nm). This means 2010 Honda Pilot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. 2010 Honda Pilot 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. 2010 Honda Pilot will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Vibe | 2010 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Vibe | Pilot |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2774 mm |
