Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 197 kW@6950 301 Nm@5100 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 188 kW@6300 340 Nm@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,858 mm | 2,852 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,770 mm | 4,872 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,842 mm | 1,786 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,684 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,789 kg | 1,653 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 71 L | 61 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,417 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,387 mm | 1,346 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 945 mm | 51 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,405 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,298 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,013 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 892 L | 428 L | 464 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,804 L | 15.1 | -14.1 L |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review |
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox 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 |