Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Ford Fiesta | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
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 | 67.8 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 58.1 in | -1 in |
Curb Weight | 3645 lb. | 2783 lb. | 862 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 3.6 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 |
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 |
2015 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 |
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