Model Year | 2008 | 2018 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | Volkswagen Passat | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 280 hp@6200 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 110.4 in | -4.1 in |
Length | 188.3 in | 191.6 in | -3.3 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 72.2 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 58.5 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 3571 lb. | -274 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.3 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 56.9 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.4 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.8 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 57.0 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 39.1 in | -0.6 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -0.5 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 2018 Volkswagen Passat.