Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Honda CR-V | Pontiac Vibe | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@5800 161 lb-ft@4200 |
1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 126 hp@6000 122 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,601 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,519 mm | 4,366 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,819 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,565 mm | 1,580 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,537 kg | 1,225 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 58 L | 50 L | 8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,313 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 1,011 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 1,214 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 922 mm | 56 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,011 L | 547 L | -546 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,064 L | 1,532 L | 1 L |
2009 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
The caravan style arm rests are ugly but extremely comfortable. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable to enter and exit. Very comfortable to sit in for long trips. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Looking for familly smallish SUV and our other option was a RAV-4, the CR-V felt like it had better hip and leg room in the rear. see full Honda CR-V review |
2009 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Could not find a comfortable position, even with a power seat. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Roomy enough, but materials feel cheap. Bench is very thin and hard on long trip. Good leg room, but overall not as nicely done as the VW Tiguan. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seats need another couple of inches of depth to provide anyone over six feet tall with proper thigh support. A little on the firm side after a couple of hours. Could also be improved with better lateral support. Not a deal breaker unless you expect a Volvo type lounger. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
In typical Japanese Small Car fashion, the front seats have very little thigh support for a 5ft 10inch person. The back support and position can be quite painful over 500 or more miles. This marred the ownership experience see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Headrest could not be adjusted comfortably. see full Honda CR-V review |
2008 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 |
2008 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 |