2006 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2012 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2012 Subaru Forester 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Forester (170 HP) has 6 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (164 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Forester weights approximately 217 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.
Because 2012 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Pontiac | Subaru |
Model | Vibe | Forester |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1803 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 164 HP | 170 HP |
Torque | 170 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1474 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1674 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |