2008 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,803 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Pontiac Vibe (170 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Pontiac Vibe weights approximately 75 kg more than 2008 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Honda Civic (174 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (172 Nm). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Honda | Pontiac |
| Model | Civic | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 1257 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 49 L |
