Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Chrysler Sebring | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
2.7L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5800 190 lb-ft@4850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 108.0 in | 4.3 in |
Length | 191.8 in | 190.7 in | 1.1 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 70.6 in | -0.3 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 54.9 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3680 lb. | 3222 lb. | 458 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 37.6 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.2 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 52.5 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 35.8 in | 1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.7 in | -0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 53.1 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.1 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | -0.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -0.9 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Chrysler Sebring Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 150-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
While there is ample room in my Sebring, the seats are not designed for long trips. Hard, ungiving seats are my complaint. see full Chrysler Sebring review |