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Chevrolet Malibu (2007) vs. Ford Explorer Sport Trac (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac specs.

2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Specifications

Model Year 2007 2009  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Ford Explorer Sport Trac  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHV-2v
217 hp@5800
217 lb-ft@4000
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUT  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 3,315 mm -1 mm
Length 4,783 mm 5,339 mm -1 mm
Width 1,775 mm 1,872 mm 0 mm
Height 1,461 mm 1,842 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,496 kg 2,095 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 85 L -23 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,006 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,499 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,351 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,064 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 978 mm -23 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,425 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,331 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 978 mm 937 mm 41 mm
Total Legroom 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) 2,014 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume 436 L 0.0 436 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu

2007 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
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
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
2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac

2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUT 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
So bad I can't drive it much more than the 4 miles to and from work. The front seats are so hard that the first couple times I drove it I couldn't figure out why my feet were so cold. Because the circulation below my knees was being cutoff. I have tried extra cushions for the seat bottom and I have found something that really helps, but on longer drives, combined with the firm ride - bring your Advil. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review
 
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