2005 Toyota Matrix vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Matrix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Matrix would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Pontiac Vibe (220 Nm) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Matrix. (161 Nm). This means 2010 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Matrix.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Toyota Matrix | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Toyota | Pontiac |
| Model | Matrix | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 161 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |
