Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Pontiac Vibe | Subaru Baja | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6000 162 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L H4 OHC-4v 165 hp@5600 166 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 104.3 in | -1.9 in |
Length | 171.1 in | 193.3 in | -22.2 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 70.1 in | -0.6 in |
Height | 61.0 in | 65.1 in | -4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3351 lb. | 3545 lb. | -194 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -3.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 38.3 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.9 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.3 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 37.3 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 53.6 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 0.0 in | 43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 33.5 in | 2.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 0.0 | 20.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.4 ft3 | 0.0 | 49.4 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 |
2006 Subaru Baja Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUT turbocharged 210hp 2.5L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
6 footers are going to have issues getting in and out. Also they will have to recline the seat too much just to keep their heads from hitting the roof. see full Subaru Baja review |