Model Year | 2017 | 2010 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Dodge Journey | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,830 mm | 2,891 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,923 mm | 4,887 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,854 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,466 mm | 1,692 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,400 kg | 1,722 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 49 L | 78 L | -29 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 1,036 mm | 992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,067 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 1,011 mm | 952 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 853 mm | 115 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 958 mm | -958 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,298 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,016 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 594 mm | -594 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,484 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 447 L | 303 L | 144 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.8 | 1,051 L | 14.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.8 | 1,914 L | 14.8 |
2017 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2016 | Chevrolet's designers styled the new Malibu's instrument panel to appear low and out of the way, such that the front seat feels especially roomy and the view forward seems more open than in most competitors, including the Kia (the instrument panel in which seems significantly higher and more imposing). In the tested car, which had every option except the panoramic sunroof, headroom was so abundant I could have worn a fedora. The Kia Optima might have as much front headroom when similarly without a sunroof. The official specs, which often don't reflect real world differences, suggest it should have even more than the Malibu. But you cannot get a highly equipped Optima without the sunroof, as it's part of a large package on the SX and standard on the SX Limited. Though the Malibu's windshield is relatively large, you won't find outward visibility among the reasons to buy one. The Chevrolet's front pillars remain on the thick side, its instrument panel is considerably deeper than the Kia's, and the view to the sides and rear also could be more open. In the Optima, the view to the sides is more open but that to the rear is not. I did find the Cherolet's front seats more form-fitting and comfortable than the Optima's. The Kia's quilted seats aren't as cushy as they appear. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu.
2010 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Always considering the price, The journey is quite comfortable even for long trips. Went 12 hours with a friends journey and not even tired. see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear doors open nearly 90 degrees and foot room, for streching out, is excellent. see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Compared to other wagon- type vehicles, the Journey has a very "Large" feeling in front see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
with our growing family the third row is great. see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 138hp 2.0L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
7 seats see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seating option. see full Dodge Journey review |
2010 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cushion in the seats are not good. with my bad back long drives are not very good. Need to add a cushion or it is hard on my butt. see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
On long hauls over 3 hours you are sore when you get out. see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
no foot room for 3rd row passengers. kind of wasted space see full Dodge Journey review |