2004 Honda CR-V vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda CR-V weights approximately 261 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 CR-V (220 Nm) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 2004 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Honda CR-V | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | CR-V | Vibe |
Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 45 L |