2009 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2005 Honda Z
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Z. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda Z would be higher. At 1,799 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2005 Honda Z. (51 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda Z.
Because 2005 Honda Z is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda Z 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 Pontiac Vibe (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Z. (61 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Z.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Vibe | 2005 Honda Z | |
| Make | Pontiac | Honda |
| Model | Vibe | Z |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 61 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 35 L |
