2002 Ford Ka vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Ford Ka would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Ka (135 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 216 kg more than 2002 Ford Ka.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2002 Ford Ka (175 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Ka | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ka | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1136 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.9 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
