Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | Lexus ES | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 109.3 in | -3 in |
Length | 188.3 in | 191.1 in | -2.8 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 71.1 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 57.1 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 3580 lb. | -283 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 37.4 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 57.3 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.9 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.2 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.8 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 56.3 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 52.8 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 35.9 in | 2.6 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 14.7 ft3 | 0.7 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.
2011 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review |