2008 BMW 116 vs. 2008 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, both 2008 BMW 116 and 2008 Pontiac Vibe were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 13 more horse power than 2008 BMW 116. (113 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 116. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 147 kg more than 2008 BMW 116. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 116 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 2008 BMW 116. 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 116. (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2008 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 116 | 2008 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 116 | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
