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Chevrolet Malibu (2012) vs. Dodge Challenger (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu and 2014 Dodge Challenger specs.

2012 Chevrolet Malibu and 2014 Dodge Challenger Specifications

Model Year 2012 2014  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Dodge Challenger  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,852 mm 2,946 mm 0 mm
Length 4,872 mm 5,022 mm -1 mm
Width 1,786 mm 1,923 mm 0 mm
Height 1,450 mm 1,448 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,549 kg 1,687 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 61 L 72 L -11 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 1,003 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,420 mm 1,478 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,346 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,067 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 945 mm 950 mm -5 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,369 mm 1,369 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,323 mm 1,306 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 955 mm 828 mm 127 mm
Total Legroom 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) 1,895 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume 428 L 459 L -31 L

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu

2012 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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 2012 Chevrolet Malibu

2012 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2012 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2011 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Dodge Challenger

2014 Dodge Challenger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 2dr Coupe 375-horsepower 5.7L V8
6-speed manual RWD
I am a large person, being 6'4" tall and about 250 lbs. This car fits me great, with plenty of room and comfort. I am the driver always (I live alone) and don't often have anyone else with me, although on occasion, I have a passenger. Even with large passengers there is plenty of room in the interior. I have a couple of inches of head room, which is pretty unique. Most cars require me to recline the seat a notch or two in order to avoid having my head in the headliner. I DID NOT purchase a vehicle with a sunroof. That device eats up 2 inches of head room, and I would be right there. Besides, we get a lot of rain here on the coast and I would be afraid of leaks. The seats are supportive, and I have the 6 way power driver's seat. It is easily adjustable for position and has the adjustable lumbar support. I cannot imagine anyone not being able to be comfortable. There is also plenty of leg room in the front seats. The back seats are useful in a pinch, but if I had a family, this would likely not be the best choice of vehicle for me. Although I love driving it, and looking at it! see full Dodge Challenger review
 
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