2008 Nissan Tiida vs. 2010 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2010 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Tiida. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Tiida would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Tiida. (105 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Tiida.
Because 2010 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Tiida. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Pontiac Vibe will offer significantly more control. 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 Nissan Tiida (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Tiida will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Pontiac Vibe. 2010 Pontiac Vibe has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Tiida has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Tiida will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Pontiac Vibe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Nissan Tiida | 2010 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Nissan | Pontiac |
| Model | Tiida | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1461 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80.5 mm | 97.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 15.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 49 L |
