Toyota Yaris vs. Pontiac Vibe Review

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Pontiac Vibe packs quite a wallop and will knock the Toyota Yaris down a few rungs. On the flip side, bear in mind that high horsepower engines often command higher insurance premiums.

Handling
With its tighter turning radius, the Yaris is most certainly more maneuverable than the Pontiac, something to consider if you do a lot of city driving; on the flip side, note that a vehicle with a tight turning circle may feel a bit twitchy on the highway.

Drivetrain
The Toyota Yaris's engine is substantially smaller than the Pontiac Vibe's. Bear in mind that a smaller engine usually has to work a little harder; however, smaller engines typically get better gas mileage. Torque equals pickup, and the Pontiac Vibe will have picked up and gone by the time the Yaris finally gets moving.

Utility
Neither the Yaris nor the Vibe has a marked advantage as far as seating capacity.

Convenience
The Pontiac Vibe's fuel tank will need to be replenished more often than the unit in the Toyota Yaris.

Comfort
Taller drivers will considerably enjoy the extra head room in the Pontiac Vibe's front cabin compared to the Toyota Yaris. The Pontiac Vibe offers more head- and leg-room to your passengers than the Yaris does.

Dimensions
Your wallet will hurt more every time you fill up the Pontiac than the Toyota Yaris because of its larger tank. The Toyota Yaris and the Pontiac Vibe 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 approximately the same to get the Pontiac Vibe to the dealership as the Yaris. When it comes to fuel economy, the Toyota Yaris has the Pontiac Vibe beat. Producing a precise gas mileage evaluation is so tricky that some think not even the federal government can do it, but it looks as though the Toyota Yaris is the winner in terms of fuel economy. With respect to MSRP, the Yaris costs tremendously less than the Pontiac Vibe. The Yaris will save you a lots_of_money at the pump every year compared to the Pontiac Vibe.

Warranty
The Vibe and the Toyota Yaris have the same basic warranty.