Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Ford Taurus X | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 162 kW@5800 294 Nm@4000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 196 kW@6250 338 Nm@4500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,868 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,770 mm | 5,088 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,773 mm | 1,902 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,476 mm | 1,712 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,569 kg | 1,829 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 72 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,359 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,036 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 1,001 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,331 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,041 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 978 mm | -978 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,285 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,168 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 853 mm | -853 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,106 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 646 L | 493 L | 153 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.8 | 1,342 L | 21.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,161 L | 2,413 L | -1 L |
2007 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 |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 Ford Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |