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2007 Acura RL and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
| Model | Acura RL | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 112.3 in | -2.1 in |
| Length | 193.6 in | 191.8 in | 1.8 in |
| Width | 72.2 in | 70.3 in | 1.9 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 57.1 in | 0 in |
| Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 3645 lb. | 367 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 3.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 39.4 in | -0.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 55.9 in | 2.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 53.0 in | 2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.2 in | 0 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 53.9 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 52.1 in | 1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 37.6 in | -1.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
| Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 15.1 ft3 | -2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Acura RL
| 2007 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu
| 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 |
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