Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda2 | Pontiac Vibe | |
Engine | 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 100 hp@6000 98 lb-ft@4000 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 102.4 in | -4.4 in |
Length | 155.5 in | 171.1 in | -15.6 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 69.5 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 61.0 in | -2.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2306 lb. | 2956 lb. | -650 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.3 gal. | 13.0 gal. | -1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.5 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 53.3 in | -0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 52.3 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.6 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 39.4 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 52.6 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.8 in | 43.7 in | 3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 36.2 in | -1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.3 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | -6.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.0 ft3 | 49.4 ft3 | -22.4 ft3 |
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
2012 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
2009 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Room for a 6 foot 4 inch person see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
room to move see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2009 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
compared to my sons beamer i like the higher more cushioned feel.this car is higher in design than any ive seen.the gt leather seats sort of wrap around you-very comfotable see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There is no rear seat room or comfort unless you are a less than 5 ft tall child. see full Pontiac Vibe review |