Model Year | 2008 | 2014 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.6 in | -6.3 in |
Length | 188.3 in | 197.1 in | -8.8 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 78.9 in | -9 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 70.4 in | -12.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 4534 lb. | -1237 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.6 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 61.3 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 57.3 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.6 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.5 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 61.0 in | -4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 56.7 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.8 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -33.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | -5.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 43.8 ft3 | -28.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | -65.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Ford Explorer.