2003 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Carina. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe 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, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Vibe | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Vibe | Carina |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1420 mm |
