Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Pontiac Vibe | Buick Enclave | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 118.9 in | -16.5 in |
Length | 171.1 in | 201.8 in | -30.7 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 79.0 in | -9.5 in |
Height | 61.0 in | 72.2 in | -11.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3131 lb. | 4780 lb. | -1649 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.4 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 62.0 in | -8.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 57.4 in | -5.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.3 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.0 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 61.4 in | -8.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 57.0 in | -13.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.9 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.4 in | -57.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | -33.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 18.9 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.1 | 67.5 ft3 | -47.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.4 ft3 | 116.2 ft3 | -66.8 ft3 |
2009 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Room for a 6 foot 4 inch person see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
room to move see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2009 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
compared to my sons beamer i like the higher more cushioned feel.this car is higher in design than any ive seen.the gt leather seats sort of wrap around you-very comfotable see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There is no rear seat room or comfort unless you are a less than 5 ft tall child. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2012 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable seats for long trips. Lots of adjustment see full Buick Enclave review |
2012 Buick Enclave Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 0 | The headrests on the two front seats are a NIGHTMARE! I had to recline my driver's seat slightly because the headrest pushes my head and neck so far forward, it was causing me to have pain and spasms in my neck and shoulders! I don't know who signed of on this design, but they were clearly asleep that day! I've heard this issue has been addressed in newer models and (I think) there is a newer option for which you can swap out these awful headrests. I may look into that... see full Buick Enclave review |