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Chevrolet Malibu Classic (2008) vs. Ford Explorer (2011) Specs

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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic and 2011 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Classic Ford Explorer  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHV-2v
219 hp@5900
219 lb-ft@3200
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
290 hp@6500
255 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,860 mm 0 mm
Length 4,783 mm 5,006 mm -1 mm
Width 1,775 mm 2,004 mm -1 mm
Height 1,461 mm 1,788 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,496 kg 2,077 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 70 L -8 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,006 mm 1,031 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,557 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,351 mm 1,455 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,064 mm 1,031 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 1,029 mm 954 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,425 mm 1,549 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,331 mm 1,440 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 978 mm 1,011 mm 977 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 960 mm -960 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,290 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,034 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 843 mm -843 mm
Total Legroom 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 436 L 595 L -159 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 15.4 1,240 L 14.4
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.4 2,285 L 13.4

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