2001 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2011 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Accent is newer by 10 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Accent. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 83 kg more than 2011 Hyundai Accent. 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, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (177 Nm) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Accent. (144 Nm). This means 2001 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Vibe | 2011 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | Vibe | Accent |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4046 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2499 mm |
