Model Year | 2014 | 2008 | |
Model | Chevrolet Sonic | Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 239 hp@5200 278 lb-ft@3700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 105.9 in | -6.5 in |
Length | 159.0 in | 183.9 in | -24.9 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 74.6 in | -6.3 in |
Height | 59.7 in | 70.9 in | -11.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2755 lb. | 4050 lb. | -1295 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.2 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 41.3 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 58.4 in | -5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.4 in | 55.4 in | -4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.9 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 40.3 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 53.9 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.6 in | 51.0 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 31.3 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 73.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 27.9 ft3 | -8.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.7 ft3 | 66.8 ft3 | -19.1 ft3 |
2014 Chevrolet Sonic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
For a little car, the front seat room is very nice for the average person. see full Chevrolet Sonic review |
2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Adults do not fit well in the back seat comfortably, and the rear access doors, while a cool design, lack functionality(no handle to release the door except on the inside) see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Too stiff and too upright with no adjustments see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Difficulty entering/exiting rear passenger area see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is uncomfortable, small, and awkardly designed. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Back seat is not built to have adults riding there. May be ok for children but is difficult to put a child seat in the rear as well. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD w/low range |
Cramped rear seating - putting 3 people back there would be really pushing it. The only bonus is that the rear seats fold down flat (I love that). see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear suicide doors are cool - unless you have to use them. Easier than no door, but hard to access for adults or kid seats. Really a 2 person back seat, 3 is not good. Rear seat visibility is poor, front view blocked and side posts take out side view. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
too small see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |