2008 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Pontiac Vibe (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Jetta weights approximately 143 kg more than 2008 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Jetta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta 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, 2009 Volkswagen Jetta (250 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac Vibe. (165 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Pontiac Vibe | 2009 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Pontiac | Volkswagen |
Model | Vibe | Jetta |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 126 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 19.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1352 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2580 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 55 L |