2001 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2012 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2012 Nissan GT-R is newer by 11 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan GT-R (530 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 535 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 2012 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan GT-R 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, 2012 Nissan GT-R (607 Nm) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (177 Nm). This means 2012 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. 2012 Nissan GT-R 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. 2012 Nissan GT-R will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Vibe | 2012 Nissan GT-R | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Vibe | GT-R |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 530 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 607 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1737 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4671 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1369 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2779 mm |
