Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Pontiac G5 | Jeep Wrangler | |
Engine | 2.2L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6100 150 lb-ft@4900 |
3.8L V6 OHV-2v 202 hp@5000 237 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.5 in | 116.0 in | -12.5 in |
Length | 179.8 in | 184.4 in | -4.6 in |
Width | 67.5 in | 73.9 in | -6.4 in |
Height | 55.6 in | 72.3 in | -16.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2991 lb. | 4016 lb. | -1025 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 21.6 gal. | -8.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 41.3 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 55.8 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 49.4 in | 55.6 in | -6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 41.0 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.7 in | 40.3 in | -4.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.3 in | 56.8 in | -7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.3 in | 56.7 in | -10.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 37.2 in | -5 in |
Total Legroom | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | -4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.9 ft3 | 46.4 ft3 | -32.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 13.9 ft3 | 82.0 ft3 | -68.1 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2009 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 |
2008 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is big enough that I can take three passengers in relative comfort, considering the type of vehicle that it is. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
extra two seats plus a cargo area make for a great family vehicle/ hauler see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not really comfortable for a long trip for an adult.... great for the dogs see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are not as comfortable as my trucks seats were. They are pretty basic but so is all of the interior of the Wrangler. It is made to get dirty, not look good or be comfortable. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic RWD |
Still small, despite the increased size of the vehicle. see full Jeep Wrangler review |