Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Pontiac Vibe | Volkswagen Eos | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hardtop conv. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 101.5 in | 0.9 in |
Length | 171.1 in | 173.5 in | -2.4 in |
Width | 69.5 in | 70.5 in | -1 in |
Height | 61.0 in | 56.8 in | 4.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2856 lb. | 3505 lb. | -649 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 37.5 in | 3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.7 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.3 in | 0.0 in | 52.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 41.7 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 35.8 in | 3.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 41.5 in | 11.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 43.7 in | 0.0 in | 43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 32.5 in | 3.7 in |
Total Legroom | 77.8 in (over 2 rows) | 74.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.1 ft3 | 6.6 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 49.4 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 38.9 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 |
2007 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Sedan feeling with 10-way power/heated seats blended with sports-car suspension and handling. A real glove box that is cooled by the A/C. Pockets on side doors are handy for storage. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2007 | 2dr Hardtop conv. 250-horsepower 3.2L V6 6-speed automated manual FWD |
That it exists! Gets used as more of a parcel shelf than rear seat but can fit two passengers comfortably when needed. see full Volkswagen Eos review |
2007 Volkswagen Eos Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Hardtop conv. turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Seat is small and okay for short trips. Adults fit okay when the top is down, access is tight witht the top up. see full Volkswagen Eos review |