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2008 Chevrolet Equinox and 2009 Pontiac G8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Pontiac G8 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.5 in | 114.8 in | -2.3 in |
| Length | 188.8 in | 196.1 in | -7.3 in |
| Width | 71.4 in | 74.8 in | -3.4 in |
| Height | 69.3 in | 57.7 in | 11.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3699 lb. | 3855 lb. | -156 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 38.7 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.7 in | 59.1 in | -3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.1 in | 56.7 in | -5.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.2 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 38.0 in | 2.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 59.1 in | -3.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 58.0 in | -6.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 39.4 in | 0.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.6 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.7 ft3 | 17.5 ft3 | 18.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.1 ft3 | 17.5 ft3 | 49.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Pontiac G8
| 2009 Pontiac G8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Huge back seat, and very comfortable, even for two adults and a child seat. see full Pontiac G8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Plenty of room, good support, and do not have to squirm much on a 6 hour drive. see full Pontiac G8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Tons of legroom, and I mean TONS of legroom see full Pontiac G8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 256-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Even with front seats completely back, there is enough leg room for rear passengers. see full Pontiac G8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
When I go places with my friends, I actaully like sitting in the back! The back seats are sooo comfortable. see full Pontiac G8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The seat fits my smaller frame and has comfortable padding and bolsters. The headrest is in the right place. Power controls are convenient. see full Pontiac G8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Tons of room for the family. This is a true full-size sedan. see full Pontiac G8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Extremely comfortable backseat, although serious hump in the center eliminates almost all leg room for center seat. Four in comfort all day long, large armrest, good visibility forward and to the side. Nice support, split folding seats and cargo passthru see full Pontiac G8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Fantastic seats. see full Pontiac G8 review |
| 2009 Pontiac G8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 361-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Cannot get comfortable - ever. Hurts my lower back after just 15 mins. I have the leather seats w/ premium package. No lateral support/bolstering either. Lumbar support useless. see full Pontiac G8 review |
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