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Pontiac Vibe (2006) vs. Chevrolet Equinox (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Pontiac Vibe and 2010 Chevrolet Equinox specs.

2006 Pontiac Vibe and 2010 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications

Model Year 2006 2010  
Model Pontiac Vibe Chevrolet Equinox  
Engine 1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
164 hp@7600
125 lb-ft@4400
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
264 hp@6950
222 lb-ft@5100
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 112.5 in -10.1 in
Length 171.9 in 187.8 in -15.9 in
Width 69.9 in 72.5 in -2.6 in
Height 62.2 in 66.3 in -4.1 in
Curb Weight 2781 lb. 3944 lb. -1163 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 18.8 gal. -5.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.6 in 40.9 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.2 in 55.8 in -2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.7 in 51.1 in 0.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.8 in 41.2 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 39.2 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.6 in 55.3 in -2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 47.8 in 51.3 in -3.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 39.9 in -3.6 in
Total Legroom 78.1 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 19.3 ft3 31.4 ft3 -12.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 54.1 ft3 63.7 ft3 -9.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Pontiac Vibe

2006 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
. see full Pontiac Vibe review
2005 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Leather seats have been durable and relatively comfortable although no lumbar control, which would have welcomed. Despite some reviews saying driving position is odd, it fits me just fine and I like being able to simply get it--I don't have to climb up as in a SUV and I don't have to get down, as in a sedan. Rear seat room is amazing for such a small car. see full Pontiac Vibe review
2006 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
It would only fit the 2 kids in their seat. There is a 3rd belt, but the car seats took up the space where the adult would go between them. see full Pontiac Vibe review
2006 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Heating/cooling of the rear seats is poor. see full Pontiac Vibe review
2005 4dr Hatch 126-horsepower 1.8L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The driver's seat lacks lumbar support. I made a minor modification to significantly improve the driver seat: I shaped a piece of upholstery foam to create lumbar support. I fit it under the seat cloth so it looks factory. Without it I was slouching and had back aches within 30 minutes of driving. My test drive was 10 minutes. My wife found an inadequate situation on the passenger seat. She needs a very upright seat back. That makes the headrest push her head forward. She uses a 2" thick piece of foam on the upper 2/3rd of the back rest to create a little space between her head and the headrest. see full Pontiac Vibe review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Chevrolet Equinox

2010 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2010 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The equinox was one of the very few cars that could swallow both a double stroller and two infant seats with ease. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2010 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Front seat comfort and room is great. Driver side lumbar support continues to work great. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2010 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
We really like the track sliding nature of the rear seat. Give passengers in the back plenty of leg room. Also, the large rear doors make it quite easy for our aging parents to get in and out of this vehicle. This feature, more than any other, really "sold" us on the Chevy Equinox. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2010 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2010 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I like the firmness of the front seats, but others may have an issue with it. Seat width leans to the narrow side however, and shoulder room is merely adequate. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2010 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear seat legroom is phenominal (and one of the big reasons I chose the Equinox) when you slide it all the way back. This is the first vehicle I've owned where you can fit 4 6'+ people without anyone having to readjust their seats or compromise in any way. The rear seats also recline to a small degree which is an added bonus. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
 
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