2002 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 226 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Vibe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (175 Nm). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Vibe.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Pontiac Vibe 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make Pontiac Suzuki
Model Vibe Grand Vitara
Year Released 2002 2012
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1800 cc 2393 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 166 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 175 Nm 219 Nm
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1347 kg 1573 kg
Vehicle Length 4380 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1880 mm
Vehicle Height 1610 mm 1695 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 66 L


 

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