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2006 Pontiac Vibe and 2009 Hyundai Elantra Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Pontiac Vibe | Hyundai Elantra | |
| Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 164 hp@7600 125 lb-ft@4400 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 104.3 in | -1.9 in |
| Length | 171.9 in | 177.4 in | -5.5 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 69.9 in | 0 in |
| Height | 62.2 in | 58.3 in | 3.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 2781 lb. | 2747 lb. | 34 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 14.0 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 40.0 in | 0.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.6 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 54.2 in | -2.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 43.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.6 in | 2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 55.1 in | -2.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 54.0 in | -6.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 35.0 in | 1.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.3 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 5.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.1 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | 39.9 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 2009 Hyundai Elantra
| 2009 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Fne for up to 6-3 height. Seat are comforatable overall but should have lumbar adjustment see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Aequate for 3 slender adults, or two medium build same height IF from passengers are under 5-11, 6-3 fits in rear. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable ride position, good height and visibility. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats sit tall so there is a lot of leg room. Once again this does not seem like an econobox see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Kids fit OK see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Roomier than Toyota Corolla as far as width is concerned. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It is comfortable, adjustable and a nice fabric. see full Hyundai Elantra review |
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