2005 Hyundai Getz vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe

To start off, both 2005 Hyundai Getz and 2005 Pontiac Vibe were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (107 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2005 Hyundai Getz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 189 kg more than 2005 Hyundai Getz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Hyundai Getz. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (160 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Getz. (143 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Getz.

Compare all specifications:

2005 Hyundai Getz 2005 Pontiac Vibe
Make Hyundai Pontiac
Model Getz Vibe
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Hatchback Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1599 cc 1786 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 107 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 3200 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 143 Nm 160 Nm
Engine Bore Size 76.5 mm 79.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 87 mm 91 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1163 kg 1352 kg
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 6.5 L/100km 8.4 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 45 L 45 L


 

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