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Chevrolet Malibu (2015) vs. Ford Fusion (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Ford Fusion specs.

2015 Chevrolet Malibu and 2008 Ford Fusion Specifications

Model Year 2015 2008  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Ford Fusion  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
259 hp@5500
295 lb-ft@3000
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
221 hp@6250
205 lb-ft@4800
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.8 in 107.4 in 0.4 in
Length 191.5 in 190.2 in 1.3 in
Width 73.0 in 72.2 in 0.8 in
Height 57.6 in 57.2 in 0.4 in
Curb Weight 3635 lb. 3280 lb. 355 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 17.5 gal. 1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.0 in 38.7 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.5 in 57.4 in 0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.0 in 54.0 in 1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.1 in 42.3 in -0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.5 in 37.8 in -0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.1 in 56.5 in 0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.3 in 53.6 in 0.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.8 in 37.0 in -0.2 in
Total Legroom 78.9 in (over 2 rows) 79.3 in (over 2 rows) -0.4 in
Cargo Volume 16.3 ft3 15.8 ft3 0.5 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu

2015 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2016 Chevrolet's designers styled the new Malibu's instrument panel to appear low and out of the way, such that the front seat feels especially roomy and the view forward seems more open than in most competitors, including the Kia (the instrument panel in which seems significantly higher and more imposing). In the tested car, which had every option except the panoramic sunroof, headroom was so abundant I could have worn a fedora. The Kia Optima might have as much front headroom when similarly without a sunroof. The official specs, which often don't reflect real world differences, suggest it should have even more than the Malibu. But you cannot get a highly equipped Optima without the sunroof, as it's part of a large package on the SX and standard on the SX Limited. Though the Malibu's windshield is relatively large, you won't find outward visibility among the reasons to buy one. The Chevrolet's front pillars remain on the thick side, its instrument panel is considerably deeper than the Kia's, and the view to the sides and rear also could be more open. In the Optima, the view to the sides is more open but that to the rear is not. I did find the Cherolet's front seats more form-fitting and comfortable than the Optima's. The Kia's quilted seats aren't as cushy as they appear. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Chevrolet Malibu

2015 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr Sedan 196-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Both front & rear compartments very roomy & comfortable. Again, this is noted improvement over our 2009 Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Fusion

2008 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
Lots of leg room. 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
2007 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
plenty of leg room for tall people see full Ford Fusion review
2007 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Plenty of leg room and good seats. see full Ford Fusion review
2008 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 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
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 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
 
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