2009 Kia Optima vs. 2006 Pontiac Vibe
To start off, 2009 Kia Optima is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Optima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Optima (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (164 HP @ 7600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Optima should accelerate faster than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
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, 2009 Kia Optima (229 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Pontiac Vibe. (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Optima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Optima | 2006 Pontiac Vibe | |
| Make | Kia | Pontiac |
| Model | Optima | Vibe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 1803 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.5 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 49 L |
