2003 Acura EL vs. 2001 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Acura EL (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 50 kg more than 2003 Acura EL.
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, 2001 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2001 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 2001 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Acura | Pontiac |
| Model | EL | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2610 mm |
