2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2010 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 5008 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 5008 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Peugeot 5008. (161 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2010 Peugeot 5008.
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 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2010 Peugeot 5008 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Peugeot |
| Model | Vibe | 5008 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1835 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2735 mm |
