2005 Lotus Elise vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2005 Lotus Elise 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Elise (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 502 kg more than 2005 Lotus Elise.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Lotus Elise. 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 Lotus Elise (186 Nm) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 2005 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Elise | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Lotus | Pontiac |
Model | Elise | Vibe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Roadster | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1786 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 160 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 91 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1352 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 45 L |