2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2002 Vauxhall Vectra
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Vauxhall Vectra would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Vauxhall Vectra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. (120 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 318 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Vectra. 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, 2002 Vauxhall Vectra (168 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Vauxhall Vectra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2002 Vauxhall Vectra | |
| Make | Pontiac | Vauxhall |
| Model | Vibe | Vectra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
