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2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2021 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 287 hp@6400 262 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 121.6 in | -9.3 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 204.3 in | -12.5 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 79.6 in | -9.3 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 69.9 in | -12.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 4521 lb. | -841 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.1 in | -0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 63.8 in | -7.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 59.0 in | -6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.1 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 39.6 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 63.0 in | -9.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 64.8 in | -12.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.0 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.7 in | -38.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.2 in | -61.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.5 in | -49.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.5 in | -36.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 116.6 in (over 3 rows) | -36.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 32.3 ft3 | -17.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 87.5 ft3 | -72.4 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 ft3 | 140.5 ft3 | -125.4 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The rear legroom and seat comfort are suitable for two adults on extended trips. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving this car for a half hour, my back was in pain. How absolutely useless on a roadtrip. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
The front passenger seat is like sitting in a hole. It can be difficult to get out of. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2021 Chrysler Pacifica
| 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2020 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 287-horsepower 3.6L V6 9-speed automatic FWD |
The front seats in the other mini-vans ftom Kia, Honda, and Toyota felt constricting and my spouse loves the ample hip room the Pacifica front seats provide. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
| 2021 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2020 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 287-horsepower 3.6L V6 9-speed automatic FWD |
The 2nd row seats are firm and provide enough legroom for persons <6ft but="" do="" not="" slide="" fwd="" backwd="" 3rd="" row="" seating="" is="" comfortable="" for="" short="" durations="" persons="">6ft but the 2nd row seat backs can be folded flat for more room if not occupied or stored in the floor to provide generous legroom if passengers ride in the 3rd row. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
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