2003 Volkswagen Touareg vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Volkswagen Touareg. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Volkswagen Touareg would be higher. At 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg (217 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2003 Volkswagen Touareg is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Volkswagen Touareg 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 Volkswagen Touareg (305 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. 2010 Pontiac Vibe has automatic transmission and 2003 Volkswagen Touareg has manual transmission. 2003 Volkswagen Touareg will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Volkswagen Touareg | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Pontiac |
| Model | Touareg | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3189 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 49 L |
