Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
Model | Pontiac Vibe | Jeep Wrangler | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
3.8L V6 OHV-2v 202 hp@5000 237 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD, part-time w/low range | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 116.0 in | -13.6 in |
Length | 171.1 in | 184.4 in | -13.3 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 73.9 in | -4.4 in |
Height | 61.0 in | 72.3 in | -11.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3351 lb. | 4220 lb. | -869 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 21.6 gal. | -8.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 41.3 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.8 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 55.6 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.0 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 40.3 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 56.8 in | -4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 56.7 in | -13 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 37.2 in | -1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 46.4 ft3 | -26.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.4 ft3 | 82.0 ft3 | -32.6 ft3 |
2009 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2011 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Even tho there are rear seats, I would never ride in back, too small back there. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It has the ability to go back and forth but not tilt the base seat. Firm but not being able to adjust the angle (like electric 10 way) makes a difference for tall and full frame people. I will be looking to adjust angle asap. see full Jeep Wrangler review |