2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 2,792 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 495 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 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 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, 2007 Volkswagen Sharan (266 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
| Model | Vibe | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2792 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
