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Chevrolet Malibu (2006) vs. Ford Explorer (2019) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019 Ford Explorer specs.

2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2019 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2006 2019  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Ford Explorer  
Engine 3.9L V6
OHV-2v
240 hp@5800
241 lb-ft@2800
turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
365 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@3500
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,852 mm 2,860 mm 0 mm
Length 4,770 mm 5,037 mm -1 mm
Width 1,773 mm 2,004 mm -1 mm
Height 1,476 mm 1,778 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,577 kg 2,218 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 70 L -8 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 1,052 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,562 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,359 mm 1,455 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,064 mm 1,031 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,001 mm 1,031 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,410 mm 1,549 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,331 mm 1,443 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,041 mm 1,003 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 3 0 mm 960 mm -960 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,290 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 0 mm 1,034 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 0 mm 846 mm -846 mm
Total Legroom 2,106 mm (over 2 rows) 2,880 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 646 L 595 L 51 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 22.8 1,243 L 21.8
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,161 L 2,313 L -1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu

2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

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