2009 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2011 Nissan Versa
To start off, 2011 Nissan Versa is newer by 2 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, 2009 Pontiac Vibe (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Nissan Versa. (122 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe should accelerate faster than 2011 Nissan Versa.
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 (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Nissan Versa. (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Pontiac Vibe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Nissan Versa.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Vibe | 2011 Nissan Versa | |
Make | Pontiac | Nissan |
Model | Vibe | Versa |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 172 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4295 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1534 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 50 L |