2001 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2013 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2013 GMC Terrain is newer by 12 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 GMC Terrain (180 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 GMC Terrain weights approximately 631 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 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain 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, 2013 GMC Terrain (233 Nm) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (177 Nm). This means 2013 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. 2013 GMC Terrain 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. 2013 GMC Terrain will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Pontiac Vibe | 2013 GMC Terrain | |
| Make | Pontiac | GMC |
| Model | Vibe | Terrain |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1202 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4707 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2857 mm |
