2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2002 Honda Civic
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2002 Honda Civic. (108 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 167 kg more than 2002 Honda Civic. 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, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Civic. (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2002 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Vibe | Civic |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |
