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Chevrolet Malibu (2008) vs. Ford Expedition (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Ford Expedition specs.

2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Ford Expedition Specifications

Model Year 2008 2008  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Ford Expedition  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,852 mm 3,023 mm -1 mm
Length 4,872 mm 5,245 mm -1 mm
Width 1,786 mm 2,002 mm -1 mm
Height 1,450 mm 1,961 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,565 kg 2,530 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 61 L 106 L -45 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 1,006 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,420 mm 1,605 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,346 mm 1,529 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,072 mm 1,044 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 945 mm 1,011 mm 944 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,369 mm 1,618 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,323 mm 1,521 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 955 mm 993 mm -38 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 973 mm -973 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,318 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,275 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 958 mm -958 mm
Total Legroom 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) 2,995 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 428 L 527 L -99 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 15.1 1,557 L 14.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum 15.1 3,067 L 12.1

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu

2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. 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
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
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
2008 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Expedition

2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8
6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Plenty of leg room in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Expedition review
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8
6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
room to get comfortable on long trips; e-z access to coffee, my phone, my wallet; birds-eye view of the road see full Ford Expedition review
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8
6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Like sitting in your favorite easy chair in your living room. see full Ford Expedition review
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8
6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Plenty of space for larger people and lots of space between front passenger and driver. see full Ford Expedition review
2007 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8
6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Can fit two adults and a car seat in the second row seat. Third row is just as comfortable. see full Ford Expedition review
2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV, ext. 300-horsepower 5.4L V8
6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Hard and flat. see full Ford Expedition review
 
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