Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 113.7 in | -1.4 in |
Length | 191.8 in | 193.4 in | -1.6 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 73.7 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 72.8 in | -15.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3645 lb. | 4531 lb. | -886 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -6.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 59.0 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 55.4 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.4 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 38.7 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 58.9 in | -5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 55.5 in | -3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 36.9 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -34.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.1 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 1.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 43.9 ft3 | -28.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -68.6 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 |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |