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2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2014 Ford Escape Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2014 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@5800 241 lb-ft@2800 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,690 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,770 mm | 4,524 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,773 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,476 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,577 kg | 1,629 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 57 L | 5 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,359 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,026 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 991 mm | -990 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,041 mm | 935 mm | -934 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,106 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,961 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 646 L | 971 L | -325 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,161 L | 1,920 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
| 2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Ford Escape
| 2014 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
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