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Pontiac Vibe (2009) vs. Chevrolet Equinox (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Pontiac Vibe and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox specs.

2009 Pontiac Vibe and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Pontiac Vibe Chevrolet Equinox  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.4 in 112.5 in -10.1 in
Length 171.1 in 187.8 in -16.7 in
Width 69.5 in 72.5 in -3 in
Height 61.0 in 66.3 in -5.3 in
Curb Weight 2856 lb. 3761 lb. -905 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.0 gal. 18.8 gal. -5.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.5 in 40.9 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.3 in 55.8 in -2.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.3 in 54.6 in -2.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.6 in 41.2 in 0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.4 in 39.2 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.6 in 55.3 in -2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 43.7 in 51.1 in -7.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.2 in 39.9 in -3.7 in
Total Legroom 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -3.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 20.1 ft3 31.5 ft3 -11.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 49.4 ft3 63.7 ft3 -14.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Pontiac Vibe

2009 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox

2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
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
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2012 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
 
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