Dodge Challenger vs. Pontiac Vibe Review

Utility
The Challenger and the Pontiac Vibe can accommodate the same number of passengers. Towing is significantly more the Pontiac's forte than it is the Dodge's.

Performance
In terms of horsepower, the Dodge packs quite a wallop and will knock the Pontiac down a few rungs. However, keep in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Dimensions
The Dodge is tremendously more bulky than the Pontiac Vibe. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Dodge Challenger than the Pontiac Vibe because of its bigger tank. The Pontiac Vibe fits in smaller parking spaces than the Dodge Challenger. The Challenger's longer wheelbase will result in a smoother, more stable ride; on the other hand, the Pontiac Vibe may give a more agile feel in daily traffic.

Convenience
You will have to visit your friendly gas station more often with the Pontiac Vibe than with the Dodge.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. The Pontiac Vibe is substantially cheaper to get to the dealership than the Dodge Challenger. The Dodge pales in comparison to the Pontiac Vibe in terms of fuel economy. The Challenger won't tax your gas budget significantly more than the Pontiac Vibe will. The Dodge Challenger is tremendously costlier than the Pontiac with respect to MSRP.

Handling
With their comparable turning circles, the Dodge and the Pontiac most definitely handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Pontiac Vibe's engine is tremendously smaller than the Dodge Challenger's. Keep in mind that a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder; however, smaller engines are often cheaper to fix. Torque equals pickup, and the Dodge Challenger will have picked up and gone by the time the Pontiac Vibe finally gets moving.

Comfort
While the front cabin in the Pontiac Vibe offers a bit more head room than the Dodge, there frankly isn't much of a difference. The Pontiac Vibe offers more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Dodge Challenger does.

Overview
The Pontiac and the Dodge Challenger have the same basic warranty.