2009 Pontiac Vibe Photo

2009 Pontiac Vibe - Specifications

MSRP: $16,100 - $20,875 See Local Classifieds
 
4 Door HB AWD Performance Specs
MSRP For This Trim: $20,475
Engine
Displacement 2.4L/144
Engine Order Code LAX
Fuel System DOHC
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 162 @ 4000
Engine Type Gas L4
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 158 @ 6000
Transmission
Trans Description Cont. Again NA
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.41
First Gear Ratio (:1) 3.94
Trans Order Code MX0
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.14
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) NA
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.19
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 2.81
Trans Type 4
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) NA
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 1.02
Clutch Size (in) NA
Brakes
Brake Type Pwr
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) NA
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) NA
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.06
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 10.82
Steering
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.1
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) - TBD -
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 16.5
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 35.3
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Tires
Spare Tire Order Code - TBD -
Rear Tire Size P205/55R16
Rear Tire Order Code QGF
Spare Tire Size - TBD -
Front Tire Order Code QGF
Front Tire Size P205/55R16
Wheels
Front Wheel Material Steel
Rear Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6.5
Spare Wheel Material - TBD -
Spare Wheel Size (in) - TBD -
Front Wheel Size (in) 16 x 6.5
Rear Wheel Material Steel
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) NA
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Front Independent
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) NA
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) - TBD -
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Rear Double Wishbone

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Why should I also consider these? X

The Toyota Matrix is very similar to the Pontiac Vibe.

The Mazda 3 has a stiffer ride, and its cabin allows more road noise.

The Kia Spectra5 is a bit perkier and more fun to drive, but like the Mazda 3, it doesn't have available all-wheel drive.

AWD is standard on the Subaru Impreza, which is more expensive and isn't as roomy or fuel-efficient.

However, the Impreza has an attractive interior design for the hatchback and a torquey horizontally opposed engine, along with better safety ratings (the Impreza is an IIHS Top Safety Pick).

Electronic stability control is standard on the Matrix, but not available on any of these other models.

 
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