Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | Volkswagen Routan | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 121.2 in | -14.9 in |
Length | 188.3 in | 202.5 in | -14.2 in |
Width | 69.9 in | 76.9 in | -7 in |
Height | 57.5 in | 68.9 in | -11.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3297 lb. | 4621 lb. | -1324 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.8 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 63.0 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.6 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.2 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 64.7 in | -8.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 0.0 in | 52.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.3 in | 2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.9 in | -37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 62.0 in | -62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.8 in | -31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | -28.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.4 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -16.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.4 | 83.0 ft3 | -67.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.4 ft3 | 141.0 ft3 | -125.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.
2010 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan review |