Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Honda Element | Pontiac Vibe | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 OHC-4v 166 hp@5500 161 lb-ft@4000 |
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 | 101.4 in | 102.4 in | -1 in |
Length | 169.9 in | 171.9 in | -2 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 69.9 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 62.2 in | 8.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3499 lb. | 2701 lb. | 798 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 43.3 in | 40.6 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 53.2 in | 3.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 51.7 in | 3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 41.8 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 39.8 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 52.6 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.6 in | 47.8 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 36.3 in | 2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 25.1 ft3 | 19.3 ft3 | 5.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 74.6 ft3 | 54.1 ft3 | 20.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Honda Element.
2007 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 |
2006 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2007 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 |