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Chevrolet Malibu Classic (2008) vs. Kia Optima (2020) Specs

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2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic and 2020 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2008 2020  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Classic Kia Optima  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHV-2v
163 kW@5900
297 Nm@3200
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
183 kW@6000
353 Nm@1350
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,804 mm 0 mm
Length 4,783 mm 4,854 mm 0 mm
Width 1,775 mm 1,859 mm 0 mm
Height 1,461 mm 1,466 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,496 kg 1,614 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 70 L -8 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,006 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,476 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,351 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,064 mm 1,156 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 960 mm -5 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,425 mm 1,433 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,331 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 978 mm 904 mm 74 mm
Total Legroom 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) 2,060 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 436 L 450 L -14 L

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