2007 BMW 550 vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 550. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 550 would be higher. At 4,797 cc, 2007 BMW 550 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 550 (657 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 527 more horse power than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 550 should accelerate faster than 2010 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2007 BMW 550 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 550. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 BMW 550 (490 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 550 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 550 | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 550 | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1799 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 657 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 49 L |
