Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Pontiac Vibe | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 228 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 106.7 in | -4.3 in |
Length | 171.1 in | 180.7 in | -9.6 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 73.3 in | -3.8 in |
Height | 61.0 in | 68.1 in | -7.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3056 lb. | 4083 lb. | -1027 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -8.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.7 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 58.9 in | -5.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 55.3 in | -3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.6 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.5 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 58.4 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 58.0 in | -14.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.1 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -0.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | -11.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.4 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | -17 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 |
2008 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 |