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Chevrolet Malibu (2008) vs. Honda Accord (2021) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2021 Honda Accord specs.

2008 Chevrolet Malibu and 2021 Honda Accord Specifications

Model Year 2008 2021  
Model Chevrolet Malibu Honda Accord  
Engine 2.4L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
164 hp@6400
159 lb-ft@5000
2.0L I4 Hybrid
DOHC-4v
143 hp@6200
129 lb-ft@3500
 
Transmission 4-speed automatic 1-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 111.4 in 0.9 in
Length 191.8 in 196.1 in -4.3 in
Width 70.3 in 73.3 in -3 in
Height 57.1 in 57.1 in 0 in
Curb Weight 3550 lb. 3327 lb. 223 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.0 gal. 14.8 gal. 1.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 39.5 in -0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.9 in 58.3 in -2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.0 in 55.3 in -2.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 42.3 in -0.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 37.3 in -0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 53.9 in 56.5 in -2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.1 in 55.0 in -2.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.6 in 40.4 in -2.8 in
Total Legroom 79.8 in (over 2 rows) 82.7 in (over 2 rows) -2.9 in
Cargo Volume 15.1 ft3 16.7 ft3 -1.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu

2008 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
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2021 Honda Accord

2021 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2020 0
Front seats are softly padded in a way that is uncommon in modern vehicles. Driver's seat adjustments are above average, as there is an adjustable thigh support. Passenger seats lack lumbar adjustment and thigh support extensions, but have full 8-way power including seat-bottom tilt and height adjustment.
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Some drivers complain the lumbar support is intrusive, while others complain it's too subtle. Remember to sit in a seat and get a feel for yourself, as it is very subjective.
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The driver's seat has the option of a facial recognition system that is fairly reliable if used correctly and a useful feature that is not common in other cars. Memory buttons remain on the door for those that prefer them.
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The details that count: According to the owner's manual, the facial recognition system's software is open-source and data remains in the vehicle.
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see full Honda Accord review
 
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