2002 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2010 Honda Jazz
To start off, 2010 Honda Jazz is newer by 8 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Vibe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 Honda Jazz. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Jazz weights approximately 696 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2002 Pontiac Vibe (175 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Jazz. (127 Nm). This means 2002 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Vibe | 2010 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Vibe | Jazz |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 2043 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
