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Chevrolet Malibu (2006) vs. Ford Fiesta (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2011 Ford Fiesta specs.

2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2011 Ford Fiesta Specifications

Model Year 2006 2011  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Ford Fiesta  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,700 mm 2,489 mm 0 mm
Length 4,783 mm 4,409 mm 0 mm
Width 1,775 mm 1,697 mm 0 mm
Height 1,461 mm 1,473 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,496 kg 1,169 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 45 L 17 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,006 mm 993 mm -992 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,440 mm 1,339 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,351 mm 1,285 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,064 mm 1,072 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 942 mm 13 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,425 mm 1,245 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,331 mm 1,250 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 978 mm 792 mm 186 mm
Total Legroom 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) 1,864 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume 436 L 362 L 74 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Fiesta

2011 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Its cramped, but seems about the same as any other car in its size range. It was easier to get in and out of compared to a Mazda 2 and about the same as current generation Prius C. I wouldn't take anyone long distances in the rear, but I didn't expect to. We have a 2009 Prius which is our long distance carry people car. I wanted something with good handling and economy that was well built and that's what I got. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Smallish like all b-segment cars. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
I was told that it is comfortable for a short ride but after 45 minutes my passengers were complaining about lack of room and comfort. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Rear seat narrow and limited headroom see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
while it felt my family of 5 comfortably, it might not fit others.... see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Rear seat legroom is limited, especially if front seat passengers adjust their seats rearward. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Basically, it is a two seater. Car seats and small children will fit ok in the back. Essentially it is a great commuter car. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
rear seat leg room is tight. see full Ford Fiesta review
2011 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Very tiny. Had to squeeze in. Not very comfortable for long term. Feels a bit crowded. see full Ford Fiesta review
 
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