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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.7 in | -7.4 in |
| Length | 188.3 in | 193.4 in | -5.1 in |
| Width | 69.9 in | 73.7 in | -3.8 in |
| Height | 57.5 in | 72.8 in | -15.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1234 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -6.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.8 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 59.0 in | -2.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.4 in | -2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.4 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.7 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 58.9 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 55.5 in | -3.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.9 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -33.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 1.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 43.9 ft3 | -28.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -68.3 ft3 |
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 Explorer
| 2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
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