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2017 Chevrolet Malibu and 2011 Ford Taurus Specifications
| Model Year | 2017 | 2011 | |
| Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Ford Taurus | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 186 kW@5300 353 Nm@2000 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 272 kW@5500 475 Nm@3500 |
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| Transmission | 9-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,830 mm | 2,868 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,923 mm | 5,154 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,854 mm | 1,935 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,466 mm | 1,542 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,537 kg | 2,003 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 49 L | 76 L | -27 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 991 mm | 2 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,374 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,067 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 960 mm | -7 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,450 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,356 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 968 mm | 0 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,035 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,032 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume | 447 L | 569 L | -122 L |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu
| 2017 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 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 | |
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Taurus
| 2011 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Three adult room in the back seat - comfortably! see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front and rear seats are very comfortable. The back can be cramped with three passengers. The SL has heated front and rear seats which works great and are needed as the car heater is very slow to initially get warm. The heated steering wheel is also a nice touch. The seat fabric is soft but the light color might not wear well. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Leather appointed seats are like sitting in an easy chair. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 365hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Independently adjustable lumbar and cushion supports, individual front seat heaters, coolers and massagers for both the seat cushion and the back. Need I say more? see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2011 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 0 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front seats are horrible- similar to airline seats, and no amount of adjusting or adding cushions helped. I'm 6'2 and my wife is 5'3.and neither of us could get comfortable. After 2 weeks, it was actually painful to drive this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2012 | 0 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough headroom for adults in the rear seat. Seat comfort is as poor as the front seats. see full Ford Taurus review |
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