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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic and 2009 Ford Escape Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 163 kW@5900 297 Nm@3200 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 179 kW@6550 302 Nm@4300 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,619 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,783 mm | 4,437 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,775 mm | 1,806 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,461 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,496 kg | 1,528 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 62 L | 0 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,438 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 996 mm | -41 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,425 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 1,247 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 904 mm | 74 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 436 L | 827 L | -391 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 | 1,877 L | 14.4 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Escape
| 2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
| 2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |
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