2007 BMW 328 vs. 2004 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2007 BMW 328 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 328 (231 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (122 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 328 | 2004 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 328 | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |
