2009 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2008 Hyundai Accent
To start off, 2009 Pontiac Vibe is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Hyundai Accent. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Hyundai Accent 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 47 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
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 Pontiac Vibe (128 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai Accent. (114 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai Accent.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Vibe | 2008 Hyundai Accent | |
| Make | Pontiac | Hyundai |
| Model | Vibe | Accent |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 1340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 45 L |
