2005 Volkswagen Polo 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 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Polo. (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Polo.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Polo (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Polo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Volkswagen Polo | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Volkswagen | Pontiac |
Model | Polo | Vibe |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1896 cc | 2362 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 19.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 49 L |