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2012 Toyota Prius and 2008 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
| Model | Toyota Prius | Chevrolet Equinox | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.5 in | -6.2 in |
| Length | 176.4 in | 188.8 in | -12.4 in |
| Width | 68.7 in | 71.4 in | -2.7 in |
| Height | 58.7 in | 69.3 in | -10.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3042 lb. | 3699 lb. | -657 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 17.0 gal. | -5.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 40.9 in | -2.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.9 in | 55.7 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 51.1 in | 1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.2 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.1 in | -2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.1 in | 55.9 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 51.4 in | -0.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.0 in | 40.2 in | -4.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -2.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.6 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -14.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 39.6 ft3 | 67.1 ft3 | -27.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Prius
| 2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Excellent for at least a 6 footer see full Toyota Prius review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Outstanding see full Toyota Prius review |
| 2012 Toyota Prius Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Mentioned this before, but should be mentioned again and again. It's a compact ecoonomy car with luxury under-the-hood technology. see full Toyota Prius review |
| 2011 | 4dr Hatch 98-horsepower 1.8L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Lack of lumbar support will translate into back fatigue on long trips. see full Toyota Prius review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
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