2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2013 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Golf 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 2,500 cc (5 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Golf is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. (168 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2013 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 119 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2013 Volkswagen Golf (240 Nm) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (172 Nm). This means 2013 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
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2005 Pontiac Vibe | 2013 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Vibe | Golf |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 172 Nm | 240 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1376 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4201 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1779 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2578 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |