2005 Mercedes-Benz V vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2005 Mercedes-Benz V 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mercedes-Benz V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V (139 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz V should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V weights approximately 743 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. 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 Mercedes-Benz V. 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 Mercedes-Benz V (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercedes-Benz V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. 2005 Pontiac Vibe has automatic transmission and 2005 Mercedes-Benz V has manual transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2005 Mercedes-Benz V | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Pontiac |
Model | V | Vibe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 160 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2650 mm |