2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2005 Mazda Mazda6
When comparing the 2005 Pontiac Vibe's and the 2005 Mazda Mazda6's specifications and ratings, the 2005 Pontiac Vibe has the advantage in the area of fuel efficiency. The 2005 Mazda Mazda6 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2005 Pontiac Vibe's and the 2005 Mazda Mazda6's specifications and ratings, the 2005 Mazda Mazda6 is a better car than the 2005 Pontiac Vibe.
2005 Pontiac Vibe vs. 2005 Mazda Mazda6 Pricing
A used 2005 Pontiac Vibe ranges from $2,960 to $8,535 while a used 2005 Mazda Mazda6 is priced between $1,900 to $7,768.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2005 Pontiac Vibe’s base engine makes 130 horsepower, and the 2005 Mazda Mazda6 base engine makes 220 horsepower. The Vibe is rated to deliver an average of 29 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 429 miles. The Mazda6 is rated to deliver an average of 20 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 432 miles.This gives the 2005 Pontiac Vibe the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2005 Mazda Mazda6 the advantage in maximum range. Both models use gasoline.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
2960 - 8535
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
1900 - 7768
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pontiac Vibe Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Mazda Mazda6 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Pontiac Vibe Rankings
Not yet available
Mazda Mazda6 Rankings
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2005 Pontiac Vibe Trim Levels
Base, GT
2005 Mazda Mazda6 Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
130 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
125 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.048 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
220 hp @ 6300 rpm
Torque:
192 foot-lbs @ 5000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.065 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.8 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 33 / 29
Range (city/hwy):
338 / 429 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
17 / 24 / 20
Range (city/hwy):
306 / 432 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
N/A
Keyless Entry:
N/A
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
53.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.8 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
52.6 inches
Cargo Space:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.7 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.6 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.9 inches
Cargo Space:
33.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
131.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2700 lbs
Width:
69.9 inches
Height:
62.2 inches
Length:
171.9 inches
Wheelbase:
102.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3404 lbs
Width:
70.1 inches
Height:
57.3 inches
Length:
187.8 inches
Wheelbase:
105.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.1 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P205/55R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/50R17