2004 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 9 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 25 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 25 kg more than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2004 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Honda Insight. 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Pontiac Vibe | 2013 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Vibe | Insight |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4377 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 40 L |
