Pontiac Vibe vs. Scion xB Review

Cost
The destination charge is a standard charge for transporting the vehicle from its point of origin to the dealer. It costs approximately the same to get the Pontiac Vibe to the dealership as the Scion xB. The Pontiac Vibe pales in comparison to the xB in terms of gas mileage. Producing an accurate gas mileage evaluation is so tough that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though both the Scion xB and the Scion xB perform approximately similarly as far as gas mileage. Regarding MSRP, the Scion costs markedly less than the Pontiac Vibe.

Utility
The Pontiac is a better choice than the Scion xB when it comes to transporting cargo, especially if you often need to carry a lot of suitcases or big beasts. Neither the Pontiac nor the Scion has a marked advantage as far as seating capacity.

Convenience
The Pontiac Vibe's fuel tank will need to be replenished a bit more often than the unit in the Scion xB.

Comfort
Taller drivers will markedly enjoy the extra head room in the Scion xB's front cabin compared to the Pontiac Vibe. The ampler interior dimensions of the xB make it roomier for your passengers than the Pontiac.

Dimensions
The Vibe is substantially heavier than the Scion. The Scion xB's tank is roughly the same size as the Pontiac's, though the Pontiac's is slightly larger. The xB and the Pontiac Vibe compete for the same parking spaces.

Performance
Both the Pontiac and the Scion are likely to feel somewhat slow because of their high horsepower-to-weight ratio.

Handling
The Pontiac Vibe and the Scion xB have approximately similar tires. With their comparable turning radiuses, the Scion xB and the Pontiac likely handle roughly the same into and out of tight spots.

Drivetrain
The Scion's engine is considerably smaller than the Pontiac Vibe's. Keep in mind that a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder; on the other hand, smaller engines are often cheaper to fix. The Scion xB could learn a lesson or two from the Pontiac Vibe as far as torque.

Overview
The Scion xB and the Pontiac Vibe have the same basic after-sale protection.