Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | Volkswagen Beetle | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 210 hp@5300 207 lb-ft@1700 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 100.0 in | 6.3 in |
Length | 188.3 in | 168.4 in | 19.9 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 71.2 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 58.5 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 3104 lb. | 193 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.4 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 55.3 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.3 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.1 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 49.0 in | 7.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 31.4 in | 7.1 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 72.7 in (over 2 rows) | 7.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 0 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 | -14.5 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Volkswagen Beetle.