Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala | Pontiac Vibe | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 211 hp@5800 214 lb-ft@4000 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 125 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 102.4 in | 8.1 in |
Length | 200.4 in | 171.9 in | 28.5 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 69.9 in | 3 in |
Height | 58.7 in | 62.2 in | -3.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3555 lb. | 2781 lb. | 774 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 3.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.6 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 53.2 in | 5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.4 in | 51.7 in | 4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.8 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 39.8 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.6 in | 52.6 in | 6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.2 in | 47.8 in | 9.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.3 in | 1.3 in |
Total Legroom | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 1.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.6 ft3 | 19.3 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 18.6 ft3 | 54.1 ft3 | -35.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Impala.
2006 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
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2005 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Leather seats have been durable and relatively comfortable although no lumbar control, which would have welcomed. Despite some reviews saying driving position is odd, it fits me just fine and I like being able to simply get it--I don't have to climb up as in a SUV and I don't have to get down, as in a sedan. Rear seat room is amazing for such a small car. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2006 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It would only fit the 2 kids in their seat. There is a 3rd belt, but the car seats took up the space where the adult would go between them. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Heating/cooling of the rear seats is poor. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The driver's seat lacks lumbar support. I made a minor modification to significantly improve the driver seat: I shaped a piece of upholstery foam to create lumbar support. I fit it under the seat cloth so it looks factory. Without it I was slouching and had back aches within 30 minutes of driving. My test drive was 10 minutes. My wife found an inadequate situation on the passenger seat. She needs a very upright seat back. That makes the headrest push her head forward. She uses a 2" thick piece of foam on the upper 2/3rd of the back rest to create a little space between her head and the headrest. see full Pontiac Vibe review |