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2006 Pontiac Vibe and 2016 Chevrolet Traverse Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2016 | |
| Model | Pontiac Vibe | Chevrolet Traverse | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 125 lb-ft@4400 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 118.9 in | -16.5 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 203.7 in | -31.8 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 78.5 in | -8.6 in |
| Height | 62.2 in | 69.9 in | -7.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2781 lb. | 4646 lb. | -1865 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -8.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.4 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 61.5 in | -8.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 58.0 in | -6.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 41.3 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 61.0 in | -8.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 57.8 in | -10 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.8 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 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 | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | -33.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.3 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | -5.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 19.3 | 70.3 ft3 | -51 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.1 ft3 | 116.3 ft3 | -62.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Pontiac Vibe
| 2006 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 2016 Chevrolet Traverse
| 2016 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2016 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I bought this vehicle to be able to transport my grandchildren back and forth between New Jersey and Ohio. I have the 2LT version with four captains chairs and really enjoy the convienence of not having to move a middle row seat to allow one of them to get into the "way back". Having three kids jammed together in a middle seat for an 8 hour drive is courting disaster--that's why I needed that third seat. Everyone has plenty of space. Normally I find any drive over 4 hours a bit uncomfortable but the seat and driver's position was very relaxing and comfortable. This particular vehicle has the most room for storage behind the third seat than any in its class. It is only beat by minivans and they just aren't my kind of vehicle. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |
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