Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Pontiac Vibe | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 4,346 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,765 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,549 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,014 kg | 1,295 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 49 L | 36 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 1,029 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,328 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 1,001 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 919 mm | 18 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 0 mm | 950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 0 mm | 886 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 569 L | -184 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 20.1 | -19.1 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 1,399 L | 1 L |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer 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 |