Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | Saturn VUE | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 257 hp@6500 241 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 106.6 in | -0.3 in |
Length | 188.3 in | 180.1 in | 8.2 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 72.8 in | -2.9 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 67.0 in | -9.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 4076 lb. | -779 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.2 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 56.0 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 52.6 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.7 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.3 in | -1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 55.9 in | 0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 52.9 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.9 in | 1.6 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 77.6 in (over 2 rows) | 2.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 26.5 ft3 | -11.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 54.3 ft3 | -38.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.
2009 Saturn VUE Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
More comfortable than the Pacifica i drove for the past 5 years see full Saturn VUE review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 257-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
I am 6ft and my head is not in the roof. see full Saturn VUE review |