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2006 Buick Rendezvous and 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
| Model | Buick Rendezvous | Chevrolet Malibu | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 242 hp@6000 232 lb-ft@3500 |
3.5L V6 OHV-2v 217 hp@5800 217 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 112.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Length | 186.5 in | 187.8 in | -1.3 in |
| Width | 73.6 in | 69.8 in | 3.8 in |
| Height | 68.9 in | 58.1 in | 10.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 4114 lb. | 3458 lb. | 656 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 16.3 gal. | 1.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 39.4 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.7 in | 56.7 in | 2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 61.1 in | 53.5 in | 7.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 41.9 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.1 in | 39.4 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 55.5 in | 3.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 61.1 in | 52.4 in | 8.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 41.0 in | -2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.5 in | 0.0 in | 37.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 48.5 in | 0.0 in | 48.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.6 in | 0.0 in | 34.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.1 in (over 3 rows) | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | 31.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 18.1 ft3 | 22.8 ft3 | -4.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 54.5 ft3 | 22.8 | 31.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 108.9 ft3 | 41.0 ft3 | 67.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Buick Rendezvous
| 2006 Buick Rendezvous Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 195-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
easy to get in and out of! see full Buick Rendezvous review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 242-horsepower 3.6L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
One of the few reasonable sized vehicles that you can get seven people in without an issue. They can all be bigger people. see full Buick Rendezvous review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The rear legroom and seat comfort are suitable for two adults on extended trips. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The front passenger seat is like sitting in a hole. It can be difficult to get out of. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
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