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2008 Pontiac G5 and 2006 Hyundai Sonata Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Pontiac G5 | Hyundai Sonata | |
| Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 171 hp@5800 167 lb-ft@4500 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 107.4 in | -3.9 in |
| Length | 179.8 in | 188.9 in | -9.1 in |
| Width | 67.5 in | 72.1 in | -4.6 in |
| Height | 55.6 in | 58.0 in | -2.4 in |
| Curb Weight | 2991 lb. | 3458 lb. | -467 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 40.1 in | -2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 57.4 in | -4.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.4 in | 55.5 in | -6.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 43.7 in | -1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 38.2 in | -2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 56.9 in | -7.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.3 in | 55.3 in | -9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 37.4 in | -5.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -6.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.9 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | -2.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Pontiac G5
| 2008 Pontiac G5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Comfortable for long rides see full Pontiac G5 review |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room even for a tall person. see full Pontiac G5 review |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There is enough room for the majority of people even with an above average height person in the front seat. see full Pontiac G5 review |
| 2008 Pontiac G5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 2dr Coupe 155-horsepower 2.2L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
getting into the back seat is difficult see full Pontiac G5 review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 171-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
small but it is a small car, besides I drive all the time! see full Pontiac G5 review |
| 2008 | 2dr Coupe 148-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I prefer a larger car see full Pontiac G5 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Hyundai Sonata
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Other sedans I have owned always left something to be desired in the back seat. Not the Sonata. With so much rear space you really feel like you are in a full sized car! Plus being a big guy has always cramped my rear passengers until now! see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Average trips are 4 = hours and you get out still fresh compared to the Toyota and Holdens we have in the fleet see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats...can drive for hours with no discomfort unlike other cars I have driven. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Has lumbar back comfort see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 300 pounds and over 6 feet tall. This is the first car that I have owned in years that allows me to make a five - six hour drive in comfort, without the need to stop and stretch. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good knee and legroom, airy spacious feeling cabin. see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
could use some more adjustments on the drivers seat see full Hyundai Sonata review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
not as supportive as say the Accord seats see full Hyundai Sonata review |
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