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2013 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Chrysler Pacifica Specifications
| Model Year | 2013 | 2008 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6300 191 lb-ft@4400 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 253 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4100 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 116.3 in | -8.5 in |
| Length | 191.5 in | 198.5 in | -7 in |
| Width | 73.0 in | 79.3 in | -6.3 in |
| Height | 57.6 in | 66.5 in | -8.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3393 lb. | 4388 lb. | -995 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 39.2 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 60.8 in | -3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.0 in | 55.1 in | -0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 40.9 in | 1.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.5 in | 40.0 in | -2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.1 in | 60.5 in | -3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 56.3 in | -2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.9 in | -3.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 58.0 in | -58 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.9 in | -41.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.9 in | -29.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -31.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.3 ft3 | 13.0 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.3 | 43.6 ft3 | -27.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 ft3 | 79.5 ft3 | -63.2 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2012 | On paper, the Malibu's rear seat is only a little tighter than those in the 2008-2012 sedan and in competing cars. In person, rear knee room would only be marginally competitive in the compact sedan segment. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my shins graze the front seatbacks. GM is rushing some revised seats to market. But if past attempts to fix a cramped rear seat are any indication, this won't make a substantial difference. The rear seat in the Ford Fusion is roomier, if also short of the segment's quasi-limos. see full Chevrolet Malibu review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2014 | 4dr Sedan 196-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Both front & rear compartments very roomy & comfortable. Again, this is noted improvement over our 2009 Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2013 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 182-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This is tight if front seats are postioned at or close to the back of their range; shorter wheelbase in this model compared to prior version. Rear seat access is excellent (i.e, for infant car seats, small item transport). see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2012 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chrysler Pacifica
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great room for my 6 foot frame see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adjustable for long drives. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Even my wife, an ample woman with recent back surgery, is very comfortable. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
my kids prefer driving in the car because of the bucket seats and comfort see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seats in this car (the two-row version) really are designed for adults; legroom is incomparable. Be aware that in the three-row version, the second row seats are moved forward to accomodate the third row, so there is less second row legroom. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
| 2008 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seat... great option, but difficult to get to and not really big enough for adults. Seats two kids without a problem though. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
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