2009 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 3 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 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (555 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 397 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 2012 BMW X5 (677 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. 2012 BMW X5 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. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Pontiac Vibe | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Pontiac | BMW |
Model | Vibe | X5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2362 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 158 HP | 555 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 677 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4851 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1763 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 85 L |