2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,162 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Porsche 911 (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 82 kg more than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 1993 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Porsche 911 (286 Nm) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (172 Nm). This means 1993 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Vibe | 911 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 3162 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 286 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1260 mm |
