2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2013 Audi A3
To start off, 2013 Audi A3 is newer by 8 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Audi A3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Audi A3 (197 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Audi A3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Audi A3 weights approximately 203 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.
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, 2013 Audi A3 (281 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2013 Audi A3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Pontiac Vibe | 2013 Audi A3 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Audi |
| Model | Vibe | A3 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 122 HP | 197 HP |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 92.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4292 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1995 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1423 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
