Model Year | 2008 | 2019 | |
Model | Pontiac Vibe | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 126 hp@6000 122 lb-ft@4400 |
2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 182 hp@5800 176 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 105.1 in | -2.7 in |
Length | 171.9 in | 182.1 in | -10.2 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 71.5 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 62.2 in | 67.5 in | -5.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2701 lb. | 3449 lb. | -748 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 16.6 gal. | -3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.2 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 58.2 in | -5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.7 in | 0.0 in | 51.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 43.3 in | -1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 57.2 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.8 in | 0.0 in | 47.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 39.4 in | -3.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | -4.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.3 ft3 | 35.4 ft3 | -16.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 54.1 ft3 | 76.1 ft3 | -22 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2008 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 2019 Subaru Forester.