Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Pontiac Vibe | Mazda Mazda5 | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 132 hp@6000 128 lb-ft@4200 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 108.3 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 171.1 in | 180.5 in | -9.4 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 68.9 in | 0.6 in |
Height | 61.0 in | 63.6 in | -2.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2956 lb. | 3457 lb. | -501 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 40.7 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.5 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 53.1 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.7 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 39.4 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 55.5 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 57.8 in | -14.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 39.4 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.1 in | -37.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.3 in | -49.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.9 in | -40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.5 in | -30.5 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | -32.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 11.3 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.1 | 44.4 ft3 | -24.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.4 ft3 | 70.9 ft3 | -21.5 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda5.