2005 Mitsubishi Proudia vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (164 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia weights approximately 693 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. 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 Mitsubishi Proudia (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Proudia | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Proudia | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 343 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2610 mm |
