Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | Honda CR-V | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@6800 161 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 103.1 in | 3.2 in |
Length | 188.3 in | 179.3 in | 9 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 71.6 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 66.1 in | -8.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 3501 lb. | -204 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.9 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 56.9 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.9 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.3 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.6 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 56.0 in | 0.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 54.6 in | -2.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 38.5 in | 0 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 0.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 35.7 ft3 | -20.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 72.9 ft3 | -57.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.
2011 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
I sometimes have elderly passengers. They do not have to squirm to get in or do calesthenics to get out. see full Honda CR-V review |
2011 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Could not find a comfortable position, even with a power seat. see full Honda CR-V review |