2007 Ford Ranger vs. 2008 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2008 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Ranger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Ranger would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Vibe (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ranger. (86 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ranger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Ranger weights approximately 83 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2007 Ford Ranger 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 Ford Ranger. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Pontiac Vibe (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ranger. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ranger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Ranger | 2008 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Ford | Pontiac |
| Model | Ranger | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 49 L |
