2004 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2006 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 2006 Volkswagen Polo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Pontiac Vibe (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Volkswagen Polo weights approximately 93 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2004 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Polo. (140 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Vibe | 2006 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vibe | Polo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 76.5 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1318 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 45 L |
