2009 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2012 GMC Terrain
To start off, 2012 GMC Terrain 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 GMC Terrain is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Terrain (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (158 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Terrain should accelerate faster than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Because 2009 Pontiac Vibe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 GMC Terrain. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Pontiac Vibe 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 GMC Terrain (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Pontiac Vibe. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Terrain will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Pontiac Vibe.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Pontiac Vibe | 2012 GMC Terrain | |
Make | Pontiac | GMC |
Model | Vibe | Terrain |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2400 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 | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4707 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1849 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2858 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.1 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 68 L |