2004 Honda Civic vs. 2002 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2004 Honda Civic is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Pontiac Vibe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 501 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2004 Honda Civic (223 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (175 Nm). This means 2004 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2002 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 223 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 846 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 76 L |
