Model Year | 2008 | 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 |
2008 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 |
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 |