2002 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2003 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2003 Toyota Ipsum is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Ipsum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (157 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Ipsum should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 443 kg more than 2002 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, 2003 Toyota Ipsum (200 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (175 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Ipsum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Vibe | 2003 Toyota Ipsum | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Vibe | Ipsum |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 61 L |
