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How much HP does the Vibe Have?!

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viberationz
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How much HP does the Vibe Have?!

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Ok a while back I was told the Vibe GT has 10 HP shy of 200... Now I go to this (http://www.pontiac.com) I was very disapointed to see a measly 164HP. What am I running here - I don't even know (removed) I have?! It's no wonder sometimes I feel like I need to get out and push - What did I get myself into!! I think these 6 months parked in the garage are getting me just over-all angry...
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Raven
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Re: How much HP does the Vibe Have?! (viberationz)

Post by Raven »

They never had 190HP. They were 177HP, I believe in the first years and now that has dropped to 164HP. The base was 133HP and is rated 126HP now. The AWD is 118HP.
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Post by joholste »

nothing changed about the engine though just the way they measured HP
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Sputnik
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Re: (joholste)

Post by Sputnik »

Yeah. Originally the 2003 GT advertised 180HP, then it dropped.
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TRDman
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Re: How much HP does the Vibe Have?! (viberationz)

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They redid measurements for 2005. Base is (confirming above) 126 and GT is 164.
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northvibe
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Post by northvibe »

anyone know how they measure the hp now? imo they should measure from the wheels not the crank.
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viberationz
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Re: How much HP does the Vibe Have?! (TRDman)

Post by viberationz »

I'm dissapointed. I feel like I got ripped off...
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Re: How much HP does the Vibe Have?! (viberationz)

Post by GMJAP »

Quote, originally posted by viberationz »I'm dissapointed. I feel like I got ripped off...It's not like the true HP has changed. If it still said "180" would you be happy? All models put the same power to the wheels; it was just a voluntary change in measurement method that will soon be required for all automotive manufacturers.
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