2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Nubira is newer by 6 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 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (164 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Nubira weights approximately 28 kg more than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2006 Pontiac Vibe (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira. (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Nubira.
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2006 Pontiac Vibe | 2012 Chevrolet Nubira | |
Make | Pontiac | Chevrolet |
Model | Vibe | Nubira |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 170 Nm | 166 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 60 L |