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Mazda CX-9 (2012) vs. Pontiac Vibe (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Mazda CX-9 and 2006 Pontiac Vibe specs.

2012 Mazda CX-9 and 2006 Pontiac Vibe Specifications

Model Year 2012 2006  
Model Mazda CX-9 Pontiac Vibe  
Engine 3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
273 hp@6250
270 lb-ft@4250
1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
164 hp@7600
125 lb-ft@4400
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.2 in 102.4 in 10.8 in
Length 200.2 in 171.9 in 28.3 in
Width 76.2 in 69.9 in 6.3 in
Height 68.0 in 62.2 in 5.8 in
Curb Weight 4330 lb. 2781 lb. 1549 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.1 gal. 13.2 gal. 6.9 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.6 in 40.6 in -1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.4 in 53.2 in 6.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.5 in 51.7 in 4.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.9 in 41.8 in -0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.0 in 39.8 in -0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.7 in 52.6 in 6.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.0 in 47.8 in 8.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.8 in 36.3 in 3.5 in
Headroom, Row 3 35.4 in 0.0 in 35.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 56.9 in 0.0 in 56.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3 43.7 in 0.0 in 43.7 in
Legroom, Row 3 32.4 in 0.0 in 32.4 in
Total Legroom 113.1 in (over 3 rows) 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 35 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.2 ft3 19.3 ft3 -2.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 48.3 ft3 19.3 29 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 100.7 ft3 54.1 ft3 46.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda CX-9

2012 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Pontiac Vibe

2006 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
. see full Pontiac Vibe review
2005 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Leather seats have been durable and relatively comfortable although no lumbar control, which would have welcomed. Despite some reviews saying driving position is odd, it fits me just fine and I like being able to simply get it--I don't have to climb up as in a SUV and I don't have to get down, as in a sedan. Rear seat room is amazing for such a small car. see full Pontiac Vibe review
2006 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2005 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The driver's seat lacks lumbar support. I made a minor modification to significantly improve the driver seat: I shaped a piece of upholstery foam to create lumbar support. I fit it under the seat cloth so it looks factory. Without it I was slouching and had back aches within 30 minutes of driving. My test drive was 10 minutes. My wife found an inadequate situation on the passenger seat. She needs a very upright seat back. That makes the headrest push her head forward. She uses a 2" thick piece of foam on the upper 2/3rd of the back rest to create a little space between her head and the headrest. see full Pontiac Vibe review
 
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