2003 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2006 TVR T 350
To start off, 2006 TVR T 350 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 TVR T 350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 TVR T 350 (345 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 TVR T 350 should accelerate faster than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 TVR T 350 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. 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 2006 TVR T 350. 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, 2006 TVR T 350 (391 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 TVR T 350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Pontiac Vibe | 2006 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Pontiac | TVR |
| Model | Vibe | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 65 L |
