Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Pontiac Vibe | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 102.4 in | 10.2 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 171.1 in | 26 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 69.5 in | 9.4 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 61.0 in | 9.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4578 lb. | 3056 lb. | 1522 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 13.0 gal. | 5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.5 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 53.3 in | 8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 52.3 in | 5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.6 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 39.4 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 52.6 in | 8.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 43.7 in | 13 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.2 in | 3.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 35.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 20.1 | 23.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 49.4 ft3 | 31.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.
2010 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |