Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Pontiac Vibe | Mazda CX-7 | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 108.3 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 171.1 in | 184.3 in | -13.2 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 73.7 in | -4.2 in |
Height | 61.0 in | 64.8 in | -3.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3056 lb. | 3787 lb. | -731 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 39.7 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 58.0 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 54.8 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.7 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.3 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 55.8 in | -3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 53.0 in | -9.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 36.4 in | -0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -0.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 | -9.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.4 ft3 | 58.6 ft3 | -9.2 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 |
2012 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight seating in rear unless seats are pulled way fwd. see full Mazda CX-7 review |