2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2010 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 417 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. 2010 Pontiac Vibe has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | R 390 GT1 | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
