2002 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 10 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 903 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 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (406 Nm) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (175 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2002 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2002 Pontiac Vibe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Pontiac Vibe | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Vibe | X5 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 85 L |
