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Chevrolet Malibu (2006) vs. Chevrolet Traverse (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2010 Chevrolet Traverse specs.

2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2010 Chevrolet Traverse Specifications

Model Year 2006 2010  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Chevrolet Traverse  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHV-2v
201 hp@5400
220 lb-ft@3200
3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
281 hp@6300
266 lb-ft@3400
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,852 mm 3,020 mm -1 mm
Length 4,770 mm 5,207 mm -1 mm
Width 1,773 mm 1,991 mm 0 mm
Height 1,476 mm 1,788 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,569 kg 2,173 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 83 L -21 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 1,026 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,575 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,359 mm 1,501 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,064 mm 1,049 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,001 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,410 mm 1,557 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,331 mm 1,468 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,041 mm 935 mm -934 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 960 mm -960 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,463 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,227 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 843 mm -843 mm
Total Legroom 2,106 mm (over 2 rows) 2,827 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 646 L 691 L -45 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 22.8 1,948 L 21.8
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,161 L 3,296 L -2 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu

2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2007 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2005 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Chevrolet Traverse

2010 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The headrest position is horrible for long trips. Felt like my head was being pushed forward. see full Chevrolet Traverse review
 
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