Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Pontiac Vibe | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 192 hp@5500 217 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,710 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,346 mm | 4,567 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,765 mm | 1,862 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,549 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,295 kg | 1,870 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 49 L | 80 L | -31 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,110 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 917 mm | 2 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 569 L | 889 L | -320 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,399 L | 1,880 L | 0 L |
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 |
2006 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The leather seats are supportive yet soft. it feels like a couch. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is a comfortable seat position to provide good all around visibility. see full Kia Sorento review |