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2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2013 Ford Fiesta Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2013 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Ford Fiesta | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 98.0 in | 14.3 in |
| Length | 191.8 in | 173.6 in | 18.2 in |
| Width | 70.3 in | 66.8 in | 3.5 in |
| Height | 57.1 in | 58.0 in | -0.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3450 lb. | 2578 lb. | 872 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 4.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.1 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 52.7 in | 3.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 50.6 in | 2.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.1 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 49.0 in | 4.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.1 in | 49.2 in | 2.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 31.2 in | 6.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 6.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 15.1 ft3 | 12.8 ft3 | 2.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2009 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
After driving this car for a half hour, my back was in pain. How absolutely useless on a roadtrip. 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 |
| 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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Ford Fiesta
| 2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Ford Fiesta
| 2013 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Narrow car with narrow seats. If you are a taller/bigger person, expect that the seats will feel like doll furniture after an hour. see full Ford Fiesta review |
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