Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
Model | Toyota Venza | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 112.3 in | -3 in |
Length | 189.0 in | 191.8 in | -2.8 in |
Width | 75.0 in | 70.3 in | 4.7 in |
Height | 63.4 in | 57.1 in | 6.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3870 lb. | 3645 lb. | 225 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.7 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 1.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.4 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.0 in | 55.9 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.0 in | 53.0 in | 3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 42.2 in | -2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.2 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.0 in | 53.9 in | 5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 52.1 in | 4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 37.6 in | 1.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.4 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 19.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.1 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | 55 ft3 |
2010 Toyota Venza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have had many adult passengers in the rear seats - all have commented without prompting on the ample leg room, comfortable seats, and attractiveness of the panoramic glass roof. see full Toyota Venza review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Room for a family with 2 kids. see full Toyota Venza review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Ergonomics. see full Toyota Venza review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
can be reclined 14° see full Toyota Venza review |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review |