2009 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (159 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara has automatic transmission and 2009 Pontiac Vibe has manual transmission. 2009 Pontiac Vibe will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Pontiac Vibe | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Pontiac | Suzuki |
| Model | Vibe | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2362 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 219 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4501 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 66 L |
