Model Year | 2014 | 2020 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 111.4 in | -13.4 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 194.2 in | -20.6 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 73.0 in | -5.2 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 57.3 in | 0.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2783 lb. | 3223 lb. | -440 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 15.8 gal. | -3.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 39.1 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 58.5 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 54.1 in | -3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.5 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.5 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 57.1 in | -8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 53.4 in | -4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 38.1 in | -6.9 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | -6.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 | -2.9 ft3 |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2014 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Chevrolet Malibu.