2003 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1999 Toyota Paseo
To start off, 2003 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Toyota Paseo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Toyota Paseo 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 33 more horse power than 1999 Toyota Paseo. (90 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1999 Toyota Paseo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 305 kg more than 1999 Toyota Paseo. 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 1999 Toyota Paseo. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Toyota Paseo. (130 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2003 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Toyota Paseo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Vibe | 1999 Toyota Paseo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Vibe | Paseo |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 130 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 77.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
