2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2008 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2008 Subaru Forester is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2008 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2008 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Forester weights approximately 178 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2008 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Forester will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Subaru Forester (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2008 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
| Model | Vibe | Forester |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |
