2002 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Camry weights approximately 334 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, 2005 Toyota Camry (328 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Vibe | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Vibe | Camry |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1681 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
