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Chevrolet Malibu Classic (2008) vs. Acura TL (2009) Specs

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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic and 2009 Acura TL Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Classic Acura TL  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHV-2v
219 hp@5900
219 lb-ft@3200
3.5L V6
OHC-4v
280 hp@6200
254 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 109.3 in -3 in
Length 188.3 in 195.3 in -7 in
Width 69.9 in 74.0 in -4.1 in
Height 57.5 in 57.2 in 0.3 in
Curb Weight 3297 lb. 3708 lb. -411 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.3 gal. 18.5 gal. -2.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.6 in 38.4 in 1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 58.1 in -1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.2 in 55.7 in -2.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 42.5 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 36.7 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.1 in 56.2 in -0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 54.8 in -2.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.5 in 36.2 in 2.3 in
Total Legroom 80.4 in (over 2 rows) 78.7 in (over 2 rows) 1.7 in
Cargo Volume 15.4 ft3 13.1 ft3 2.3 ft3

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2009 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The front seats in this automobile are trimmed in supple leather yet are nice and firm in the European style for all day comfort. I look forward to some longer trips once spring arrives. see full Acura TL review
2009 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The sport seats are the nicest in its class, supportive, and hold the driver and passenger well during cornering. see full Acura TL review
2009 4dr Sedan 305-horsepower 3.7L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very comfortable and supportive, great fit liek a glove. see full Acura TL review
2009 Acura TL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Definitely not a family car with older kids. Not a lot of room in the back. see full Acura TL review
2008 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
My back became stiff after two separate test drives. see full Acura TL review
2008 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Stiff seats, does not absorb difficult road conditions well. see full Acura TL review
2008 4dr Sedan 286-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Seats are very firm and on spending 1-2 hrs in the vehicle my back really hurts. No amount of adjusting will help see full Acura TL review
2008 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower 3.2L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Small for adults see full Acura TL review
 
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