2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 2005 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Nissan Rasheen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Nissan Rasheen would be higher. At 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 192 kg more than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (160 Nm) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm). This means 2005 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. 1994 Nissan Rasheen has automatic transmission and 2005 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2005 Pontiac Vibe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Nissan Rasheen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
| Model | Vibe | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2440 mm |
