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2008 Pontiac Grand Prix and 2006 Ford Mustang Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Pontiac Grand Prix | Ford Mustang | |
| Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-2v 300 hp@5750 320 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 107.1 in | 3.4 in |
| Length | 198.3 in | 187.6 in | 10.7 in |
| Width | 71.6 in | 73.9 in | -2.3 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 55.4 in | 0.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3600 lb. | 3525 lb. | 75 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.6 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 55.4 in | 2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 53.6 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.7 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 34.7 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 53.4 in | 1.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 46.8 in | 7.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 30.3 in | 5.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 73 in (over 2 rows) | 5.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.0 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix
| 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 303-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front of the GXP is great - heated leather seats, plenty of seat adjustments, and the controls are all pointed at the driver. Even on a 20 hour trip, I had no issues with discomfort. see full Pontiac Grand Prix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Front seats are nicely bolstered and are adjustable in every aspect. see full Pontiac Grand Prix review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 260hp 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats support completely without the need to squirm around on ling trips see full Pontiac Grand Prix review |
| 2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats sit too low and are too hard. see full Pontiac Grand Prix review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Mustang
| 2006 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
seat is comfortable can be adjusted to suit your choice of position all controls are within easy reach see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Driving position is very flexible, all the controls are within reach and easy to use. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room for tall people like me. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2006 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
While our present government may blow off the standards & principles of the Geneva Convention, I still find them worthy enough to abide. Mustang rear seats are in clear violation. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
The Mustang is a cool car, but nowhere near as comfortable see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
Not much room in the back of a Mustang... see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Coupe 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed manual RWD |
Rear seat is small for adults. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seat is for kids. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seats in name only. No real passenger room see full Ford Mustang review |
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