2005 Dodge Ram vs. 2002 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram is newer by 3 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (346 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1232 kg more than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Vibe. (175 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 2002 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Dodge | Pontiac |
| Model | Ram | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 76 L |
