Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu Limited | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 202 hp@6300 191 lb-ft@4400 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 113.7 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 191.5 in | 193.4 in | -1.9 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 73.7 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 72.8 in | -15.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3393 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1138 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 39.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 59.0 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 55.4 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.4 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 38.7 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 58.9 in | -1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 55.5 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.9 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -35.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 2.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.3 | 43.9 ft3 | -27.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -67.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Chevrolet Malibu Limited.
2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |