2007 Honda Element vs. 2009 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Element. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Element would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (130 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 2009 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, 2007 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Element | 2009 Pontiac Vibe | |
Make | Honda | Pontiac |
Model | Element | Vibe |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 166 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 49 L |