2005 Honda Jazz vs. 2003 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2005 Honda Jazz. (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 177 kg more than 2005 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Honda Jazz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Jazz. (151 Nm). This means 2003 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 2003 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Jazz | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 45 L |
