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Chevrolet Malibu (2007) vs. Ford Fusion (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Ford Fusion specs.

2007 Chevrolet Malibu and 2009 Ford Fusion Specifications

Model Year 2007 2009  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Ford Fusion  
Engine 3.5L V6
OHV-2v
217 hp@5800
217 lb-ft@4000
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
221 hp@6250
205 lb-ft@4800
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 107.4 in -1.1 in
Length 188.3 in 190.2 in -1.9 in
Width 69.9 in 72.2 in -2.3 in
Height 57.5 in 57.2 in 0.3 in
Curb Weight 3297 lb. 3280 lb. 17 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.3 gal. 17.5 gal. -1.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.6 in 38.7 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.7 in 57.4 in -0.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.2 in 54.0 in -0.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 42.3 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 37.8 in -0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.1 in 56.5 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.4 in 53.6 in -1.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.5 in 37.0 in 1.5 in
Total Legroom 80.4 in (over 2 rows) 79.3 in (over 2 rows) 1.1 in
Cargo Volume 15.4 ft3 15.8 ft3 -0.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu

2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Fusion

2009 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review
2010 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed automatic FWD
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review
2008 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic AWD
The power drivers seat makes it easy to find a seating position suitable to any driver. see full Ford Fusion review
2008 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Lots of leg room. see full Ford Fusion review
2009 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Limited legroom. see full Ford Fusion review
2008 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
The roofline should be a few inches higher, and the lower section of the centre stack should be narrower to provide more room for the right knee. see full Ford Fusion review
2008 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
not for full size adults, but good for pre-teens see full Ford Fusion review
2008 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Seat support seemed to break down over the 2 years I drove this vehicle. Window was very high in relation to the seat. see full Ford Fusion review
 
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