2003 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2004 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 BMW 330 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 BMW 330 weights approximately 580 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2003 BMW 330 (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 330 | 2004 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 330 | Vibe |
Year Released | 2003 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 45 L |