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Chevrolet Malibu Classic (2008) vs. Hyundai Elantra (2011) Specs

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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic and 2011 Hyundai Elantra Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Classic Hyundai Elantra  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHV-2v
219 hp@5900
219 lb-ft@3200
1.8L I4
DOHC-4v
148 hp@6500
131 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 106.3 in 0 in
Length 188.3 in 178.3 in 10 in
Width 69.9 in 69.9 in 0 in
Height 57.5 in 56.5 in 1 in
Curb Weight 3297 lb. 2661 lb. 636 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.3 gal. 12.8 gal. 3.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.6 in 40.0 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 55.9 in 0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.2 in 53.5 in -0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 43.6 in -1.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 37.1 in 0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.1 in 54.8 in 1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 52.7 in -0.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.5 in 33.1 in 5.4 in
Total Legroom 80.4 in (over 2 rows) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 3.7 in
Cargo Volume 15.4 ft3 14.8 ft3 0.6 ft3

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2011 Hyundai Elantra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 1.8L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
impossible for me to check rear when reversing. headrests are too big. see full Hyundai Elantra review
 
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