Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 112.6 in | -0.3 in |
Length | 191.8 in | 197.1 in | -5.3 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 78.9 in | -8.6 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 70.4 in | -13.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3645 lb. | 4578 lb. | -933 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.6 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 61.3 in | -5.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 57.3 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.6 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 40.5 in | -3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 61.0 in | -7.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 56.7 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.8 in | -2.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -33.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | -5.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 43.8 ft3 | -28.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | -65.6 ft3 |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.