Model Year | 2008 | 2023 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | GMC Acadia | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 310 hp@6600 271 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,858 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,872 mm | 4,917 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,786 mm | 1,915 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,450 mm | 1,676 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,669 kg | 1,952 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 61 L | 83 L | -22 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 945 mm | 1,006 mm | 944 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,008 mm | 954 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 945 mm | -945 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,379 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,090 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 790 mm | -790 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,840 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 428 L | 362 L | 66 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 15.1 | 1,181 L | 14.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 15.1 | 2,237 L | 13.1 |
2008 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 |
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. 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 |
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 | 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 |
2008 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 like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 GMC Acadia.