Model Year | 2011 | 2021 | |
Model | Chevrolet Malibu | Honda Accord | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6500 273 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable 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 | 3645 lb. | 3380 lb. | 265 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 |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good legroom. Hip room is alittle tight in this year's Malibu. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2011 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'4" tall and 60 years old. I have a tough time getting in and out due to the low roof. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
drivers seat is hard on my back, no matter how much I adjust...seems to be missing some foam on left side bolster...taking into dealer for possible replacement of seat cushion soon see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2021 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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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