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2006 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Ford Flex Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Ford Flex | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 201 hp@5400 220 lb-ft@3200 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6250 248 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 117.9 in | -5.6 in |
| Length | 187.8 in | 202.3 in | -14.5 in |
| Width | 69.8 in | 75.9 in | -6.1 in |
| Height | 58.1 in | 67.6 in | -9.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3458 lb. | 4500 lb. | -1042 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.3 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -2.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 41.8 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 58.4 in | -1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.5 in | 55.4 in | -1.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 40.8 in | 1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 40.5 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 57.1 in | -1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.4 in | 55.0 in | -2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 41.0 in | 44.3 in | -3.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.7 in | -38.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.1 in | -41.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.4 in | -33.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.9 in (over 2 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -35.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.8 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | 3.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.8 | 45.0 ft3 | -22.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 41.0 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | -45.7 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 2009 Ford Flex
| 2009 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
everything see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
My over 6 foot tall friends absolutely love my Flex because their knees never touch the backs of the front seats. The rear seat is like sitting in a stretch limo. With plenty of cup holders and storage for all to enjoy. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Extremely comfortable and accomodating see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
The front seats exceptionally comfortable. They are large and supportive. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
The second row seats have limo class legroom and are sofa comfy. The second row screams road trip. The third row seats are ample for cross town trips for adults (6ft folks will fit) and should be no problems for the smaller ones. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Multiple seat settings and very comfortable seats. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Lots of leg room. Comfy seats. Personal headphones are good, too. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2009 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review |
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