Model Year | 2008 | 2017 | |
Model | Pontiac G5 | Hyundai Veloster | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 171 hp@5800 167 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 104.3 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 166.1 in | 13.7 in |
Width | 67.5 in | 70.5 in | -3 in |
Height | 55.6 in | 55.1 in | 0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2991 lb. | 2943 lb. | 48 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 39.0 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.6 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.4 in | 53.2 in | -3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 43.9 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 35.3 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 54.0 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.3 in | 52.6 in | -6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 31.7 in | 0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | -1.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 15.5 ft3 | -1.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 34.7 ft3 | -20.8 ft3 |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Hyundai Veloster.