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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 | 2,738 mm | 2,954 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,864 mm | 5,042 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,854 mm | 2,014 mm | -1 mm |
| Height | 1,463 mm | 1,689 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,539 kg | 1,990 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 87 L | -17 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 991 mm | 996 mm | -5 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,461 mm | 1,544 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,397 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,069 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 1,016 mm | 952 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,537 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,379 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 1,013 mm | 934 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 899 mm | -899 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,473 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,064 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 759 mm | -759 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,004 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 462 L | 368 L | 94 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.3 | 1,235 L | 15.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.3 | 2,251 L | 14.3 |
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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