2009 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2010 BMW 320
To start off, 2010 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Pontiac Vibe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Pontiac Vibe would be higher. At 2,362 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Pontiac Vibe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 320 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 320 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2010 BMW 320 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 BMW 320. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 BMW 320 (380 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Vibe | 2010 BMW 320 | |
| Make | Pontiac | BMW |
| Model | Vibe | 320 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 57 L |
