2010 Pontiac Vibe

2010 Pontiac Vibe Price Range: $16,100 - $20,875

Performance
With respect to horsepower, the average coupe/hatchback packs quite a punch and will knock the Pontiac Vibe down a few rungs. On the other hand, bear in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With their similar turning circles, the Pontiac Vibe and the average coupe/hatchback definitely handle approximately the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The average coupe/hatchback has a bigger engine than the Pontiac Vibe. Remember that smaller engines typically get better gas mileage, but smaller engines can be stressed more. Torque equals pickup, and the average coupe/hatchback will have picked up and gone by the time the Pontiac Vibe finally gets moving.

Utility
Drivers with frequent child-duty might favor the Pontiac Vibe over the average coupe/hatchback. The Pontiac Vibe outpulls the average coupe/hatchback by a massive margin.

Convenience
The Vibe's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the typical coupe/hatchback.

Comfort
Taller drivers will substantially enjoy the extra head room in the Pontiac Vibe's front cabin compared to the average coupe/hatchback. The Pontiac Vibe offers more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the average coupe/hatchback does.

Dimensions
The average coupe/hatchback is tremendously heavier than the Pontiac Vibe. Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the average coupe/hatchback than the Vibe because of its larger tank. The Pontiac Vibe and the average coupe/hatchback compete for the same parking spaces.

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs about the same to get the Vibe to the dealership as the average coupe/hatchback. The average coupe/hatchback won't save you much money at the pump compared to the Pontiac Vibe. The Pontiac Vibe doesn't pale in comparison to the average coupe/hatchback in terms of fuel economy. The Pontiac Vibe is tremendously less expensive than the average coupe/hatchback with respect to MSRP.

Warranty
The basic warranty that comes with the Pontiac Vibe isn't quite as generous as the typical coupe/hatchback's.