2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 158 kg more than 2001 Toyota Previa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2001 Toyota Previa (250 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Pontiac | Toyota |
| Model | Vibe | Previa |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 82.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2900 mm |
