Pontiac vs. Subaru
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of cars from Pontiac and Subaru contrasts the two brands across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which one is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of vehicle models, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and projected lifetime recalls based on recall history. This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which brand represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both Pontiac and Subaru cars.
When comparing the Pontiac brand to the Subaru brand, Subaru has the advantage in the areas of horsepower and variety of models offered.
Pontiac versus Subaru: Pricing and Value: The lower overall prices for Pontiac, plus their lower depreciation rate, gives Pontiac the overall advantage over Subaru.
Pontiac versus Subaru: Horsepower and Fuel Efficiency: Subaru vehicles offer higher maximum horsepower numbers in their base trim in 1 out of 1 model comparisons.
Pontiac versus Subaru: Quality, Reliability, Safety, and Value Retention Ratings:
Available Body Styles: Pontiac offers In comparison, Subaru offers 6 SUVs, 1 wagon, 3 sedans, and 1 coupe.
Drivetrain Options: Pontiac offers . Subaru offers 8 gasoline vehicles, 1 plug-in hybrid, and 1 electric vehicle.
Pontiac offers . Subaru offers 8 all-wheel-drive models and 1 rear-wheel-drive model.
New Car Pricing
Pontiac Vibe
Not Yet Available
New Car Pricing
Subaru Outback (suv)
$32,899 - $42,165
Used Car Pricing
Pontiac Vibe
$3,515 - $10,997
Used Car Pricing
Subaru Outback (suv)
Not Yet Available
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Pontiac Vibe
Not Yet Available
5-Year Depreciation (Lower is better)
Subaru Outback (suv)
39.3%
Horsepower / Torque
Pontiac Vibe
132 hp / 128 foot-lbs
Horsepower / Torque
Subaru Outback (suv)
182 hp / 176 foot-lbs
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Pontiac Vibe
26 / 32 / 28
MPG (city/highway/combined)
Subaru Outback (suv)
Not Yet Available
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Pontiac Vibe
Not available
iSeeCars Overall Quality Ratings
Subaru Outback (suv)
8.5 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Pontiac Vibe
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Ratings
Subaru Outback (suv)
8.6 / 10
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Pontiac Vibe
Not available
iSeeCars Safety Ratings
Subaru Outback (suv)
9.0 / 10
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Pontiac Vibe
Not available
iSeeCars Resale Value Ratings
Subaru Outback (suv)
8.1 / 10
