2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2010 Jeep Compass
To start off, 2010 Jeep Compass is newer by 4 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jeep Compass (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jeep Compass weights approximately 171 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. 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, 2010 Jeep Compass (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2010 Jeep Compass | |
Make | Pontiac | Jeep |
Model | Vibe | Compass |
Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1428 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1656 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 51 L |