2006 Jeep Cherokee vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Jeep Cherokee. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Jeep Cherokee would be higher. At 2,429 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (144 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2006 Jeep Cherokee.
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 @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jeep Cherokee. 2010 Pontiac Vibe has automatic transmission and 2006 Jeep Cherokee has manual transmission. 2006 Jeep Cherokee will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jeep Cherokee | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
| Model | Cherokee | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 144 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
