2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2005 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,822 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 283 kg more than 2005 Porsche 911.
Because 2005 Porsche 911 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Porsche 911. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Porsche 911 (408 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. 2005 Porsche 911 has automatic transmission and 2006 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2006 Pontiac Vibe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Porsche 911 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2005 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Porsche |
| Model | Vibe | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1786 cc | 3822 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.1 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 3.1:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |
