Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
Model | Pontiac Vibe | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 113.7 in | -11.3 in |
Length | 171.1 in | 193.4 in | -22.3 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 73.7 in | -4.2 in |
Height | 61.0 in | 72.8 in | -11.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3056 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1475 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -9.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.8 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 59.0 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 55.4 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.4 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.7 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 58.9 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 55.5 in | -11.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.9 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -36.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.1 | 43.9 ft3 | -23.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.4 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -34.3 ft3 |
2010 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |