2002 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Porsche 911 is newer by 3 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (445 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Porsche 911 weights approximately 243 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.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 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, 2005 Porsche 911 (620 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Vibe | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
Model | Vibe | 911 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 445 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 620 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1590 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |