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Chevrolet Equinox (2012) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2012 Chevrolet Equinox and 2011 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

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
 
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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox

2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Chevrolet Malibu

2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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