2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2011 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 6 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 1,895 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Volkswagen Passat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (123 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Volkswagen Passat. 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, 2011 Volkswagen Passat (250 Nm) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 2011 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Pontiac Vibe | 2011 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Vibe | Passat |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1895 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 | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 250 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 79.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1422 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.6 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |