2009 Pontiac Vibe Photo

2009 Pontiac Vibe - Specifications

MSRP: $16,100 - $20,875 See Local Classifieds
 
4 Door HB GT FWD Performance Specs
MSRP For This Trim: $20,875
Engine
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 158 @ 6000
Engine Type Gas L4
Displacement 2.4L/144
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 162 @ 4000
Fuel System DOHC
Engine Order Code LAX
Transmission
Third Gear Ratio (:1) 1.33
Second Gear Ratio (:1) 2.04
Trans Type 5
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.73
Reverse Ratio (:1) 3.58
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) NA
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) 4.24
Trans Description Cont. Again NA
Clutch Size (in) - TBD -
Trans Order Code MM5
First Gear Ratio (:1) 3.54
Trans Description Cont. Manual
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) 0.97
Brakes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 10.82
Drum - Rear (Yes or ) NA
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 11.06
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes
Rear Drum Diam x Width (in) NA
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes
Brake Type Pwr
Steering
Steering Type Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall 16.5
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 36.9
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall (ft) - TBD -
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) 3.0
Tires
Rear Tire Order Code QTJ
Front Tire Size P215/45R18
Spare Tire Order Code - TBD -
Front Tire Order Code QTJ
Rear Tire Size P215/45R18
Spare Tire Size - TBD -
Wheels
Rear Wheel Material Aluminum
Front Wheel Size (in) 18 x 7
Spare Wheel Material - TBD -
Front Wheel Material Aluminum
Rear Wheel Size (in) 18 x 7
Spare Wheel Size (in) - TBD -
Suspension
Suspension Type - Rear Double Wishbone
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front (mm) - TBD -
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) NA
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) NA
Suspension Type - Front Independent
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear (mm) - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear (in) - TBD -
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front (in) - TBD -

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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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