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2009 Chevrolet Malibu and 2014 Ford Focus Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Ford Focus | |
| Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 188 kW@6300 340 Nm@3200 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 188 kW@5500 366 Nm@2700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,649 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,872 mm | 4,534 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,786 mm | 1,824 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,450 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,669 kg | 1,456 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 47 L | 14 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 973 mm | -972 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 965 mm | -20 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 843 mm | 112 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,908 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 428 L | 374 L | 54 L |
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 2014 Ford Focus
| 2014 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare. see full Ford Focus review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Ford Focus
| 2014 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2014 | 4dr Sedan 103-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The front passenger seat is cramped, especially on long journeys. My wife is smaller, so its fine for her, but Im an average sized male, about 5'11" and my left knee always aches after a while. see full Ford Focus review |
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