2009 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2005 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 4 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (123 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 558 kg more than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country (312 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Pontiac Vibe. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country has automatic transmission and 2005 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2005 Pontiac Vibe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | 2005 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Chrysler | Pontiac |
| Model | Town & Country | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 79.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1352 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5150 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |
