Chevrolet Malibu (2017) vs. Acura MDX (2007) Specs

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2017 Chevrolet Malibu and 2007 Acura MDX Specifications

Model Year	2017	2007
Model	Chevrolet Malibu	Acura MDX
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5300 260 lb-ft@2000	3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6000 275 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	9-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	111.4 in	108.3 in	3.1 in
Length	193.8 in	190.7 in	3.1 in
Width	73.0 in	78.5 in	-5.5 in
Height	57.7 in	68.2 in	-10.5 in
Curb Weight	3388 lb.	4539 lb.	-1151 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.0 gal.	21.0 gal.	-8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.1 in	39.2 in	-0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	58.5 in	61.6 in	-3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.1 in	59.0 in	-4.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.0 in	41.2 in	0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	38.6 in	-1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	57.1 in	61.5 in	-4.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.4 in	59.1 in	-5.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.1 in	38.7 in	-0.6 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	35.7 in	-35.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	57.1 in	-57.1 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	42.0 in	-42 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	29.1 in	-29.1 in
Total Legroom	80.1 in (over 2 rows)	109 in (over 3 rows)	-28.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.8 ft³	15.0 ft³	0.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	15.8	42.9 ft³	-27.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum	15.8 ft³	83.5 ft³	-67.7 ft³

2017 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	Chevrolet's designers styled the new Malibu's instrument panel to appear low and out of the way, such that the front seat feels especially roomy and the view forward seems more open than in most competitors, including the Kia (the instrument panel in which seems significantly higher and more imposing). In the tested car, which had every option except the panoramic sunroof, headroom was so abundant I could have worn a fedora. The Kia Optima might have as much front headroom when similarly without a sunroof. The official specs, which often don't reflect real world differences, suggest it should have even more than the Malibu. But you cannot get a highly equipped Optima without the sunroof, as it's part of a large package on the SX and standard on the SX Limited. Though the Malibu's windshield is relatively large, you won't find outward visibility among the reasons to buy one. The Chevrolet's front pillars remain on the thick side, its instrument panel is considerably deeper than the Kia's, and the view to the sides and rear also could be more open. In the Optima, the view to the sides is more open but that to the rear is not. I did find the Cherolet's front seats more form-fitting and comfortable than the Optima's. The Kia's quilted seats aren't as cushy as they appear. see full Chevrolet Malibu review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu.

2007 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Vehicle is wide, and it feels very room from boht the drivers' and passengers' sides. see full Acura MDX review
2008	4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	It was the most comfortable of the vehicles we tested, including the Volvo XC90, Toyota Highlander Hybrid Limited, and Mazda CX-9 Grand Touring. Soft leather, supportive seats. see full Acura MDX review
2007	4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	very comfortable for long trips of 500 or more miles see full Acura MDX review
2007	4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	The 3rd row seat can eaily seat 2 adults or even 3 kids see full Acura MDX review
2006	4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Good leg room and temperature controls see full Acura MDX review
2006	4dr SUV 253-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	the 7 seater option is great and it has room for the kids...did not buy it for room for extra adults so the slightly smaller 6-7 seats work perfectly for me. That being said, its very comfortable 2 and 3rd row seats. see full Acura MDX review

2007 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Claustrophic, unusable 3rd row, with immovable knee-wall see full Acura MDX review
2007	4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Not enough thigh support. see full Acura MDX review
2007	4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Leg room in far back seat to little. see full Acura MDX review

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