Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | Toyota Prius c | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
1.5L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 73 hp@4800 82 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 100.4 in | 5.9 in |
Length | 188.3 in | 157.3 in | 31 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 66.7 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 56.9 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 2500 lb. | 797 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 9.5 gal. | 6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.6 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 52.3 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 51.0 in | 2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.7 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.0 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 51.7 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 50.8 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 35.0 in | 3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.7 in (over 2 rows) | 3.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 17.1 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 0.0 | 15.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.
2012 Toyota Prius c Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 73-horsepower 1.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
I'm 6ft, 190lb. and I feel OK driving this car. It's similar to 2003 Civic, and obviously less than 2012 Accord. see full Toyota Prius c review |