2002 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (171 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 160 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 2013 Subaru Legacy 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (236 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (175 Nm). This means 2013 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Pontiac Vibe | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Vibe | Legacy |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 236 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1507 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1505 mm |