2005 Mazda 3 vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2005 Mazda 3 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 117 kg more than 2005 Mazda 3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (172 Nm) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda 3. (148 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Mazda 3 | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Mazda | Pontiac |
Model | 3 | Vibe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1803 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 148 Nm | 172 Nm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 49 L |