2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2010 Acura RDX
To start off, 2010 Acura RDX is newer by 5 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 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Acura RDX weights approximately 441 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.
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, 2010 Acura RDX (352 Nm) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (172 Nm). This means 2010 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. 2010 Acura RDX 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. 2010 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 2010 Acura RDX | |
| Make | Pontiac | Acura |
| Model | Vibe | RDX |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 352 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1698 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1869 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1654 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2649 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |
